For every cup of all purpose flour, remove two tablespoons and replace with two tablespoons of corn starch. Be sure to sift the flour and cornstarch together a couple of times, this way it is sure to be properly combined and lump free. Cake flour in cakes will give you a very tender texture and fine crumb, it will also help the cake to rise.
Why use room temperature ingredients?
With cakes and other baking, it’s always better to use room temperature ingredients. So, take any cold ingredients out of the refrigerator an hour ahead of time or sooner if it’s cool in your kitchen. Room temperature ingredients blend easier, creating a silky batter, which will help to create a light tender baked good.
How to make an Olive Oil Cake recipe
In a large bowl or stand mixer, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and zest, then add the yogurt, sugar, oil, egg and the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
Pour into the prepared round cake pan and bake for approximately 30 minutes. Test with a tooth pick for doneness, if dry or a few crumbs attached then the cake is done. Let the cake cool in the pan about 15 -20 minutes then move to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
Instead of the glaze you could dust it with powdered sugar. Or serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
To make the orange glaze
Mix together juice and powdered sugar, add more sugar depending on how thick you want the glaze.
Can you substitute with lemon?
Yes you could substitute the orange with lemon zest and lemon juice. Drizzle the cake with a lemon glaze instead. Or you could make it a citrus flavor and make half and half.
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