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Easy Orange Poppy Seed Olive Oil Cake — finished dish

Orange Poppy Seed Olive Oil Cake Recipe

A tender, citrusy orange poppy seed olive oil cake that comes together in one bowl with pantry staples. The olive oil keeps every slice incredibly moist, fresh orange zest brings bright flavor, and a simple GF/DF swap makes it friendly for everyone at the table. Perfect for weekend baking, potlucks, and make-ahead treats!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour or GF flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup olive oil use a mild or light olive oil for best flavor
  • 1 1/4 cups milk or nut milk / water for dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp orange zest from about 2 large oranges

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or a 10-cup bundt pan with non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients — In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds until evenly combined.
  3. Combine the wet ingredients — In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, milk, orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
  4. Bring it together — Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix — a few small lumps are totally fine!
  5. Pour and bake — Transfer the batter to your prepared pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
  6. Cool before serving — Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with an orange glaze if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal

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