How to Make Chocolate Olive Oil Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate cake is a beloved dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. Its rich and decadent flavors make it a favorite for special occasions and everyday indulgences alike. While traditional chocolate cake recipes often call for butter or vegetable oil, this recipe puts a unique twist on the classic by using olive oil.

Olive oil is not only a healthier alternative to butter or vegetable oil, but it also adds a subtle fruity flavor and moistness to the cake. When combined with the...

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Ingredients

  • 3 ½ ounces 70% dark chocolate, chopped
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped almonds
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 7-inch cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 7-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper.
  • Place chocolate in top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Combine eggs and sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until pale. Stir in melted chocolate and olive oil with a spatula until well combined. Combine almonds, flour, and cinnamon in a second bowl and add to chocolate mixture. Stir until well combined. Pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely before slicing and serving.
  • Nutrition

    317 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 17mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 111mg