Description
Pumpkin Olive Oil Cake is the ultimate fall dessert that combines the comforting flavors of pumpkin and warm spices with the richness of olive oil. This moist and tender cake is perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With a delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen, each slice promises to be a treat for your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, olive oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 142mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg