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