Lemon and Olive Oil Cake with Whipped Cream and Strawberries

Indulge in a luscious and flavorful dessert with this Lemon and Olive Oil Cake recipe. Made with Terra Delyssa® Extra Virgin Olive Oil, this vegetarian-friendly cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Enjoy it with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for a delightful experience!

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Total Time: 45 Minutes

Servings: 8-10

Diet Category: Vegetarian, Dessert

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • The zest of two lemons
  • 1 cup of Terra Delyssa® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 cup of Greek yogurt
  • The juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cups of flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 cups of fresh strawberries, cut in half
  • 2 Tablespoons of honey
  • The juice of half a lemon (for the topping)
  • 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
  • 2 Tablespoons of icing sugar

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix granulated sugar with the lemon zest. Add eggs, Terra Delyssa® Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients mixture.
  5. Divide the cake batter evenly into the two cake pans. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. In a small bowl, mix honey and lemon juice. Brush the mixture onto the top of the cakes while they're still warm.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk the heavy whipping cream and icing sugar until stiff peaks form.
  8. Serve the cakes with fresh strawberries and whipped cream on top.

This Lemon and Olive Oil Cake recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a delicious dessert. Made with the finest Terra Delyssa® Extra Virgin Olive Oil, this cake is sure to impress your taste buds! Enjoy it with friends and family or as a special treat for yourself.