Classic Greek Almond & Olive Oil Cake with Zesty Citrus
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Ingredients
The Cake
- 1 whole1 whole1 whole Almond Cake Mix - Flour & Olive, 1 box

- 3 whole3 whole3 whole Eggs, large
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Organic Everyday Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Kosterina, mild

- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 Tbsp2 Tbsp2 Tbsp Crushed Tangerine Vinegar - Kosterina, or zest and juice from one lemon

The Glaze
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Honey

- 2 Tbsp2 Tbsp2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- .5 Tbsp.5 Tbsp.5 Tbsp Butter, Salted

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The Cake
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 9x3-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Beat eggs at high speed for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- With the mixer still running, gradually add the olive oil in a thin drizzle and beat until thick and creamy.
- Add the Greek yogurt, crushed tangerine vinegar (or lemon juice and zest) and mix on low speed until just combined.
- Add the almond cake mix and mix on low until well combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-55 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in baking pan for 5-10 minutes before unmolding.
- If desired – flip the cool cake over and remove the parchment lining, then dust with powdered sugar.
The Glaze
- Microwave honey, lemon juice and butter on high for 60 seconds or until it develops a syrup-like consistency.
- Lightly brush glaze on sides of hot cake, if desired.
Notes
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Baked Goods Cakes Coconut Free Desserts Nightshade Free Pescetarian Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 176 |
| Fat: | 17 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 5 g |
| Protein: | 2 g |
| Cholesterol: | 3 g |
| Sodium: | 22 mg |
| Fiber: | 0 g |
| Sugars: | 4 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |




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