Description
This Lemon-Rosemary Olive Oil Cake is a gluten-free dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of lemon and rosemary with the richness of olive oil. It’s light, moist, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs
- 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
- 80ml (1/3 cup) extra virgin olive oil
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 150g (1 1/2 cups) almond flour
- 50g (1/4 cup) cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Add the olive oil, lemon zest, rosemary, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and level the surface.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve.
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter topping, add mascarpone whipped cream or a lemon glaze.
- Ensure that the eggs and sugar are whisked well to achieve a light, fluffy texture.
- For a nut-free alternative, try using coconut flour or rice flour, but note that texture may vary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 209mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 96mg
Keywords: Lemon-Rosemary Olive Oil Cake, gluten-free cake, rosemary cake, olive oil cake, lemon dessert, almond flour cake, healthy dessert, rosemary lemon cake