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21 Best Olive Oil Cakes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

JANUARY 31, 2023
21 Best Olive Oil Cakes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
There’s no denying that olive oil can elevate any dish, but did you know it’s a key ingredient in some of the most delicious cakes out there? Olive oil cake is a moist, tender, and flavorful dessert that takes only a few simple ingredients and a little bit of elbow grease. From classic recipes to more exotic versions, we’ve rounded up 21 of the best olive oil cake recipes for you to enjoy. Each one is a delicious way to end a meal with friends or family. Whether you’re looking for a simple olive oil cake for a weeknight treat or an extra-special version for a special occasion, we’ve got you covered!
Saving Room for Dessert

Orange Olive Oil Cake

This moist and flavorful Orange Olive Oil Cake is a delicious and easy to make dessert that's sure to impress! Perfect for any occasion, this cake will be a hit with everyone thanks to its unique and delicious flavor combination.
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23,200
53
1 hr 40 min
TOTAL TIME
509
CALORIES
$1.04
PER SERVING
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Orange Olive Oil Cake
Half Baked Harvest

Flourless Chocolate Espresso Olive Oil Cake with Honey Whipped Ricotta.

Don’t let the flourless detail scare you away, this chocolate cake is insanely delicious...it's even gluten free!
460
6,390
87
45 min
TOTAL TIME
818
CALORIES
$1.48
PER SERVING
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Flourless Chocolate Espresso Olive Oil Cake with Honey Whipped Ricotta.
Feel Good Foodie

Olive Oil Cake

This olive oil cake has a light and fragrant sponge texture with a hint of zesty lemon. Made in one bowl, it's a great beginner cake recipe!
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1,470
327
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
348
CALORIES
$0.39
PER SERVING
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Olive Oil Cake
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Blossom to Stem

Chocolate Orange Olive Oil Cake

This marbled chocolate orange olive oil Bundt cake has bright citrus flavor from the zest of two oranges. There's some almond meal for bit of nutty richness, and espresso powder deepens the chocolate flavor. You can use either natural or Dutch process cocoa powder here. It's worth it to splurge on...
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301
1
1 hr 25 min
TOTAL TIME
821
CALORIES
$1.71
PER SERVING
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Chocolate Orange Olive Oil Cake
Proportional Plate

Apple Slab Olive Oil Cake

Get ready for the easiest apple cake recipe that uses ingredients and tools you already have in the house! This dairy-free Jewish apple cake recipe is elevated with the use of olive oil, adding a nuttiness that you will absolutely love. It is the perfect easy, weeknight dessert, and the leftovers ar...
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245
6
1 hr 25 min
TOTAL TIME
507
CALORIES
$1.93
PER SERVING
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Apple Slab Olive Oil Cake
Baking A Moment

Olive Oil Cake

You'll love this simple olive oil cake, infused with lemon, almond, and a hint of sherry. So moist, flavorful, and easy to make!
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574
17
35 min
TOTAL TIME
646
CALORIES
$1.22
PER SERVING
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Cooklist AI

Espresso Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Honeyed Ricotta

Prepare to be amazed by this intensely decadent Espresso Chocolate Olive Oil Cake, paired with velvety Honeyed Ricotta. It's flourless, gluten-free, and effortlessly delightful!
2
45 min
TOTAL TIME
822
CALORIES
$1.61
PER SERVING
Espresso Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Honeyed Ricotta
Directions
13 STEPS
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2
Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
3
In a medium bowl, melt the dark chocolate and olive oil in the microwave until smooth, then allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
4
Whisk in the egg yolks, sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, kosher salt, and vanilla into the chocolate mixture until combined.
5
In a large bowl, whip the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
6
Fold half of the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the remaining egg whites.
7
Stir in the bittersweet chocolate chunks.
8
Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
9
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the center is no longer jiggly.
10
Remove from the oven and let the cake rest for 10 minutes.
11
In a food processor, combine the ricotta, honey, vanilla, and a pinch of sea salt. Process until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Adjust honey to taste, if necessary.
12
Serve the cake warm or at room temperature, dusted with cocoa powder and topped with a dollop of Honeyed Ricotta.
13
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
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Whole and Heavenly Oven

Poppyseed Lemon Olive Oil Cake

This lemon olive oil cake packs a punch of fresh lemon flavor and poppyseeds in an incredibly soft olive oil cake. Top this simple cake off with a dusting of powdered sugar and watch it disappear!
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197
6
50 min
TOTAL TIME
376
CALORIES
$0.86
PER SERVING
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Poppyseed Lemon Olive Oil Cake
Aline Made

Pear Chocolate Olive Oil Cake

A beautiful and incredibly delicious pear chocolate olive oil cake! This healthier paleo chocolate pear cake recipe is gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and dairy-free!
10
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
317
CALORIES
$0.78
PER SERVING
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Pear Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
Salted Plains

Olive Oil Cake with Peaches

This deliciously moist Olive Oil Cake with Peaches is easy throw together and is not only gluten-free, but dairy-free and refined sugar-free! Made with a combination of almond and corn flours for a wholesome treat. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for if desired. 
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779
60
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
394
CALORIES
$1.07
PER SERVING
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Olive Oil Cake with Peaches
Heinstirred

Apricot and Lime Olive Oil Cake

Sweet and tangy apricot and lime combine in a delicious olive oil cake. A simple yet impressive dessert that will have your guests begging for more. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in, this cake is easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of this ...
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1291
CALORIES
$4.59
PER SERVING
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Apricot and Lime Olive Oil Cake
Brewing Happiness

Pumpkin Chia Olive Oil Cake

Fall finally has the PERFECT cake! This Pumpkin Chia Olive Oil Cake is naturally sweetened, rich with olive oil flavor, and packed with superfoods! 
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1603
CALORIES
$4.56
PER SERVING
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Pumpkin Chia Olive Oil Cake
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Olive Oil Cake with Mascarpone Frosting & Fresh Figs

This impossibly moist olive oil cake has just a hint of citrus and is topped with a swirl of creamy mascarpone frosting and fresh figs for a sophisticated fall dessert.
1
430
1 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
521
CALORIES
$1.00
PER SERVING
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Olive Oil Cake with Mascarpone Frosting & Fresh Figs
Orchids + Sweet Tea

Grapefruit Olive Oil Cake with a Raspberry Compote

This beautiful citrus and olive oil cake makes an elegant and sophisticated dessert or snack.
1 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
692
CALORIES
$1.66
PER SERVING
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Grapefruit Olive Oil Cake with a Raspberry Compote
I Heart Eating

Olive Oil Cake

Moist almond olive oil cake
3
472
1
55 min
TOTAL TIME
413
CALORIES
$0.74
PER SERVING
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Olive Oil Cake
DisplacedHousewife

Mega Delish Lemon Olive Oil Cake

This Mega Delish Lemon Olive Oil Cake is a one-bowl wonder that is mixed and baked in an hour! It is bright, moist, light and has mega lemon flavor. Feel free to play around with any citrus . So delicious to eat that no one will know it was so flipping easy to make!
6
32
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
565
CALORIES
$0.88
PER SERVING
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Mega Delish Lemon Olive Oil Cake
Foodtasia

Orange Olive Oil Cake

This Orange Olive Oil Cake is so tender, so light, and so moist with a lovely hint of orange and a rustic, crackly topping. It’s sure to become a family favorite!
20
398
2
777
CALORIES
$1.51
PER SERVING
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Orange Olive Oil Cake
Wild Wild Whisk

Tangerine Olive Oil Cake

This Tangerine Olive Oil Cake recipe is made in cute mini bundt pans, and packed a big punch of sweet tangerine flavor, from both the tangerine zest and the tangerine olive oil used in the batter. The cake is extremely moist, and the flavor is absolutely refreshing.
2
101
45 min
TOTAL TIME
535
CALORIES
$6.85
PER SERVING
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Tangerine Olive Oil Cake
Juls' Kitchen

Olive oil and rosemary cake

This easy olive oil and rosemary cake is a delicious and unique twist on a classic dessert. It's made with simple ingredients and is perfect for any occasion. The combination of rosemary and olive oil gives it a lovely flavor and the subtle sweetness from the olive oil will make your taste buds happ...
15
50 min
TOTAL TIME
890
CALORIES
$0.90
PER SERVING
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Olive oil and rosemary cake
Simple Roots Wellness

Citrus Olive Oil Cake with Chia Seeds

This delicious Citrus Olive Oil Cake is an easy and healthy treat for special occasions or for a snack. Its light and fluffy texture is complemented by the refreshing citrus flavor. Topped with crunchy chia seeds and sweet honey, this cake is a delightfully wholesome treat.
2
14
45 min
TOTAL TIME
409
CALORIES
$1.17
PER SERVING
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Citrus Olive Oil Cake with Chia Seeds
Savory Simple

Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake

This Blood Orange Olive Oil cake is soft, moist and burst with flavor! Blood oranges add a beautiful color, but regular oranges may be substituted.
5
394
1 hr 25 min
TOTAL TIME
298
CALORIES
$0.71
PER SERVING
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Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake
The Hungry Bites

Lemon and coconut olive oil cake

An easy, foolproof lemon cake recipe with a hint of coconut. With NO butter and full of olive oil it's healthier than your average cake.
32
1 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
438
CALORIES
$0.40
PER SERVING
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Lemon and coconut olive oil cake
Olive Oil Cake FAQ
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