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Almond Flour Citrus Olive Oil Cake

Easy Almond Flour Citrus Olive Oil Cake with a Zesty Twist

Almond Flour Citrus Olive Oil Cake brings bright citrus zing and moist richness, perfect for indulgent yet gluten-free dessert experiences.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups Almond flour
  • 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh citrus zest (lemon and orange)
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1/3 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea salt
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1 cup Fresh citrus slices for garnish

Equipment

  • 9-inch round pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Making the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round pan with parchment paper for even baking and easy removal.
  2. Combine almond flour, baking powder, and sea salt in a medium bowl. Whisk vigorously until uniformly blended and absolutely no lumps remain.
  3. Whisk eggs, honey (or maple syrup), extra virgin olive oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl for about one minute, until smooth and silky.
  4. Fold fresh lemon and orange zest into the wet mixture, stirring gently for about two minutes to evenly distribute those bright citrus notes.
  5. Blend the dry ingredients into the wet batter in two additions, mixing until just combined—about ten seconds each—avoiding overmixing for a light, tender crumb.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to smooth the top evenly.
  7. Bake the cake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then gently release it and transfer to the rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, drizzle extra olive oil and sprinkle citrus zest before serving. Always use fresh zest for the best flavor.

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