Description
Chocolate cake with olive oil is a delightful twist on a classic dessert that combines the rich, velvety flavor of chocolate with the unique fruitiness of high-quality olive oil. This moist cake is incredibly easy to make and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy night in. With its sophisticated taste and charming presentation, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans with olive oil.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, olive oil, and vanilla extract until creamy. Gradually stir in hot water.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and mix gently until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg