Description
Indulge in the moist and flavorful chocolate olive oil cake—a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate with the smoothness of high-quality olive oil. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion, transforming ordinary moments into special memories. With its tender crumb and glossy surface, this cake promises to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until frothy. Add olive oil and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually stir in boiling water into the wet mixture to intensify flavor.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool before removing from the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg