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Easy Pistachio Lemon Olive Oil Cake

Easy Pistachio Lemon Olive Oil Cake

A delightful Easy Pistachio Lemon Olive Oil Cake that combines the richness of olive oil with zesty lemon and ground pistachios.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • ½ cup Ground pistachios use fresh for best results
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • 3 large Eggs
  • ½ cup Olive oil fruity, mild extra virgin
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

Optional Finishes

  • 1 cup Powdered sugar for dusting
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice for glaze

Instructions
 

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan with olive oil. Line the bottom with parchment for easy release and even baking.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, ground pistachios, lemon zest, and salt until fragrant and evenly combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until pale, then slowly pour in olive oil, whisking until smooth and glossy to create a silky batter base.
  • Gently fold the wet egg mixture into the dry ingredients using a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smooth the top with the spatula, then gently tap the pan on the counter to release any large air bubbles.
  • Bake for 30–35 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in its pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then gently remove the springform ring and cool completely for at least 1 hour.
  • Whisk together powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth and pourable, adjusting consistency with more sugar or juice.
  • Drizzle the lemon glaze over the completely cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cake, easy, Lemon, olive oil, pistachio
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