Orange Olive Oil Cake with Pistachio Citrus Frosting

Experience the delightful harmony of citrus and nuttiness with this Orange Olive Oil Cake featuring a Pistachio Citrus Frosting. The cake is tender and infused with the refreshing zest and juice of oranges, contributing to its moist texture and vibrant flavor. Topped with a creamy pistachio frosting, this dessert is both visually appealing and delicious, making it a wonderful addition to any gathering or as a special treat. Relish the subtle yet intriguing contrast between the cake’s fruity base and the nutty, rich topping.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 cup orange juice
• 3 tbsp orange zest
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, orange zest, and large eggs.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in half of the shelled pistachios, chopped, into the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and sprinkle the remaining shelled pistachios, chopped, on top.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. While the cake is cooling, prepare the pistachio citrus frosting by your preferred method.
10. Once the cake is completely cool, frost it with the pistachio citrus frosting.

Keywords: Citrus, Creamy, Nutty, Moist, Dessert, Mediterranean

Spice Rack: Salt

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