A unique, aromatic deep flavor. Citrus and olive oil are like watermelon and feta cheese, like chocolate and pretzels, or like salt and caramel; they're complementary opposites. And boy do they complement each other!
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Tasty
Method of preparing the cake:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix the sugar and orange zest well. Let sit 45 minutes.
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In another bowl, whisk together the flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Add the 2 eggs to the sugar and orange zest mix. Using an electric mixer, beat until smooth and fluffy. Add in the orange juice, yogurt, vanilla extract and olive oil and stir.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and combine.
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Grease a round deep baking dish with olive oil and line the bottom with parchment. Add some more olive oil and pour the batter in. Bake for 40-45 minutes.
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Allow 20 minutes cooling before serving
Chef's Tip:
To serve, sift powdered sugar over cake and top each slice with a dollop whipped cream.
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