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Super Soft Citrus Cake with EVOO

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The super soft citrus cake with EVOO is a simple, fragrant and incredibly tender cake, perfect for the breakfast or snack of adults and children alike.

Made with my beloved Type 2 flour, a small amount of sugar, fresh eggs, milk and extra virgin olive oil.

It wins you over for its soft texture and intense orange and lemon aroma.

It’s a butter-free orange sponge cake, light yet full of flavor, ideal for those who want a genuine dessert with simple, easy-to-find ingredients.

Orange juice keeps the batter perfectly moist, while the grated zest releases the natural citrus aroma, giving an irresistible scent already while baking.

Thanks to the EVOO the batter stays soft for longer, with a delicate texture that melts in your mouth.

Type 2 flour gives a slightly rustic note and a more intense flavor, making this cake perfect also for lovers of homemade, easy desserts.

If you love homemade cakes also check out these other recipes of mine below:

  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very inexpensive
  • Preparation time: 15 Minutes
  • Portions: 8 servings
  • Cooking methods: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons, Autumn, Winter
225.62 Kcal
calories per serving
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  • Energy 225.62 (Kcal)
  • Carbohydrates 32.73 (g) of which sugars 7.73 (g)
  • Proteins 7.21 (g)
  • Fat 7.64 (g) of which saturated 1.35 (g)of which unsaturated 0.67 (g)
  • Fibers 1.33 (g)
  • Sodium 61.07 (mg)

Indicative values for a portion of 87 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.

* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov

Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups Type 2 flour
  • 1/4 cup whole cane sugar (or white sugar; if you want more sweetness you can increase to 6 tbsp (about 80 g))
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
  • 1 cup part-skim milk
  • 2/3 cup orange juice
  • 1 sachet baking powder
  • to taste lemon zest (or grated orange)
  • 1 pinch salt

Tools

Below is the list of tools I used to make this recipe.

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  • 1 Bowl
  • 1 Electric hand mixer
  • 1 Cake pan for 8 2/3 in (22 cm) cakes
  • 1 Silicone spatula
  • 1 Citrus juicer

Steps

  • Prepare the freshly squeezed orange juice and set it aside for a moment.

    In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is pale and fluffy.

    Add to the mixture the orange juice, extra virgin olive oil, milk and a pinch of salt.

    Mix again with the beaters.

    Sift together the Type 2 flour and the baking powder.

    Incorporate them little by little into the batter, mixing with the spatula using gentle folding motions from bottom to top so as not to deflate the mixture.

    Finally add the grated lemon or orange zest, distributing it evenly through the batter for an intense, natural aroma.

  • Line an 8 2/3 in (22 cm) cake pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.

    Pour in the batter and level the surface with a spatula.

    Bake in a preheated oven at 347°F (conventional) for about 35 minutes, or until the cake is golden on top and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

    The super soft citrus cake with EVOO is ready to enjoy on its own or served with a cup of tea or coffee.

    Its intense orange and lemon aroma will immediately win over the whole family!

How to store the super soft citrus cake?

Store it under a cake dome or in an airtight container for 3–4 days.

Thanks to the EVOO it will remain soft for longer.

Thanks to the EVOO it will remain soft for longer.

FAQ (Questions & Answers)

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    Can I replace Type 2 flour with 00 flour?
    Yes, you can use 00 flour in the same quantity.
    The cake will be more delicate and less rustic, but it will remain soft and fragrant thanks to the orange juice and EVOO.

    Can the citrus cake be made without milk?
    Replace the milk with a neutral plant-based drink, such as almond or oat milk, in the same quantity.
    The batter will remain soft and light, perfect for breakfast or snack.

Try it yourself and let the scent of freshly baked citrus win you over.

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bricciola

Hello, I'm Simona, and my page is called BriCciola in cucina, because I dedicated it to my mom and dad, who have called me that since I was little. I'm not a chef, and in my life, I've always dealt with completely different things, but cooking, along with dancing, has always been one of my great passions. However, my greatest inspiration came from the dishes prepared first by my grandmother and now by my mom. Here on my cooking blog, I'll guide you from appetizers to desserts, with recipes designed for a healthy and mindful lifestyle. Balanced dishes, carefully chosen ingredients, and lots of flavors, because eating well never means giving up pleasure. I love eating, but I also like taking care of my health, my family's health, and, in a way, the health of everyone who tries my recipes. That's why daily life should be rich in flavor, but always with a focus on healthy eating. Thank you, I look forward to seeing you.

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