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.

Sicilian Orange and Olive Oil Cake (Torta all'Arancia e Olio d'Oliva Siciliana)

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and creamy.
  3. Gradually add the olive oil while continuing to beat the mixture.
  4. Stir in the orange zest and juice.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. 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.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. 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