Sicilian Orange and Olive Oil Cake (Torta all'Arancia e Olio d'Oliva Siciliana)
This Torta all'Arancia e Olio d'Oliva Siciliana, or Sicilian Orange and Olive Oil Cake, is a delightful dessert that captures the flavors of Sicily. The combination of fresh oranges and rich Sicilian olive oil creates a moist and aromatic cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 large oranges, zest and juice
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup Sicilian olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and creamy.
- Gradually add the olive oil while continuing to beat the mixture.
- Stir in the orange zest and juice.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
- Protein
- 4g
Supplies
9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Whisk or electric mixer Sifter Cooling rack
Tools
Oven Measuring cups and spoons Zester Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Torta all'Arancia e Olio d'Oliva Siciliana with a dollop of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla gelato.
Tips & tricks
For an extra citrusy flavor, you can add a few drops of orange extract to the batter.
Cost
$10