Portuguese Orange-Olive Oil Cake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 7

Take a tropical trip with this Portuguese Orange-Olive Oil Cake recipe

by The Chefin Baked Goods

Prep

25 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

12-16

Calories

400-450

Sugar

30-32g

Fat

24-26g

Orange-Olive Oil Cake is a traditional Portuguese dessert that's made using fresh oranges which are abundant in the country. It's a refreshing and light cake that's perfect for summer days. The cake has a citrusy flavor from the oranges, and it's also very moist. However, the best part about this cake is that instead of butter, it uses olive oil which gives it a unique taste. This cake is easy to whip up and perfect for a casual tea party or as a sweet treat after dinner.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	Cut off the very top and bottom of each orange. Then, cut the oranges into thin slices. Removing any seeds.
3.	Grease a 10-inch fluted tube pan with olive oil. Then, line the bottom with parchment paper and spray it
4.	In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5.	In a large bowl, beat up the eggs and granulated sugar with an electric mixer at a high speed for 6 minutes.
6.	Slowly stir in the flour mixture until it's just combined.
7.	Pour in the olive oil and stir until everything is smooth. Then, fold in the orange slices.
8.	Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smoothen it with a spatula. Then, bake for about 55-60 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
9.	Let the cake cool at room temperature for 10 minutes before removing it.
10.	Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

PROS

This cake is soft, citric and has a fruity aroma.
Its ingredients are natural and it’s easy to prepare.
It’s perfect for afternoon tea or a weekend party.
Plus, the smell while baking it is amazing.

CONS

Eating too much of this cake can cause an upset stomach and high cholesterol levels.
It’s a sweet treat, so it’s easy to overeat.
Also, the orange slices can be a bit difficult to cut.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oranges are high in Vitamin C and fiber, which can help boost your immune system and digestive health. Meanwhile, olive oil is rich in antioxidants and plant compounds that can help reduce inflammation and lower your risk of chronic diseases

	4 -5 large navel oranges
	3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
	1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
	5 large eggs
	3 cups granulated sugar
	1 1/2 cups mild extra-virgin olive oil
	powdered sugar , for sprinkling