Chocolate Cake Recipe Made With Olive Oil
Description
This delicious chocolate cake is made with olive oil for a healthier alternative. It’s moist and soft, and perfect for any special occasion. It’s a great way to get your chocolate fix without all the added fat and calories. The olive oil adds a unique flavor, which is sure to please your taste buds. This is a simple recipe, and you can make it in no time!
The cake is topped with a layer of creamy chocolate frosting for the perfect finish. It’s delicious on its own, or you can add fresh fruits or nuts if you prefer. This is an easy to make cake that will please everyone. The combination of olive oil and chocolate is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. Beat until well combined.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
6. To make the frosting, mix together the butter, cocoa powder, milk, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy. Spread the frosting on top of the cooled cake.
7. Slice and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Make sure to use a good quality olive oil for this recipe. It will give the cake a unique flavor that you won’t get with other oils.
If you want a richer chocolate flavor, you can add an extra tablespoon of cocoa powder to the batter.
Feel free to substitute the buttermilk with regular milk, or use a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
One slice of cake contains approximately:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Protein: 4g.
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