Cretan Olive Oil Cake (Κρητικό Κέικ με Ελαιόλαδο)

This Κρητικό Κέικ με Ελαιόλαδο (Cretan Olive Oil Cake) is a traditional dessert from the Cretan cuisine, known for its use of high-quality olive oil and simple, wholesome ingredients.

Cretan Olive Oil Cake (Κρητικό Κέικ με Ελαιόλαδο)

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Cretan extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until creamy.
  3. Stir in the Greek yogurt and olive oil until well combined.
  4. Sift in the flour and baking powder, and mix until smooth.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
12g
Protein
4g

Supplies

Cake pan Mixing bowl Whisk Sifter Cooking spray or butter for greasing

Tools

Oven Mixer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Κρητικό Κέικ με Ελαιόλαδο with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey.

Tips & tricks

For an extra citrusy flavor, you can also add a lemon syrup glaze on top of the cooled cake.

Cost

$10