Orange Olive Oil Loaf Cake

ey again folks. So my story this time is as simple as... I just felt like baking. Baking something nice and flavorful and... citrusy. The only citrus flavor I felt like was oranges. But then I felt a real urge to include chocolate. On second thought though I decided against it... and I am glad I did. This loaf cake came out so perfect with such nice and clean yet with a burst of citrusy flavor that it could even be a mood lifter when you are feeling a little blue. On a more technical note, I do want to point out that with this bake I realized that the EVOO really does wonders to a fruity cake while being healthier than regular oil, and as you will realize from the recipe below, it is really really easy to put together.

Ingredients:

All Purpose Flour .......................... 1 cup

Corn Starch ................................ 1/4 cup

Baking Powder ............................ 2 tsp

Baking Soda ............................... 1/2 tsp

Salt ......................................... 1/4 tsp

Sugar ....................................... 1/2 cup

Yogurt ...................................... 1/4 cup

Orange Juice .............................. 3/4 cup, freshly squeezed

Egg .......................................... 1 at room temperature

Extra Virgin Olive Oil .................... 4 tbsp

Orange Zest ............................... 1 tbsp

Method:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients.

2. Beat sugar and egg for 2 min in another bowl, beat until smooth. Add oil, yogurt and beat for another minute.

3. Fold into orange juice and zest. Add in the dry mix.

4. Grease a 5"x8" loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour batter into pan. Bake at 375ºF for 35 to 40 min or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Keep an eye as every oven is different.

5. Cool for 15-20 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack. Allow to cool completely to room temperature. Dust with confectioners' sugar if you wish. Cut into slices and serve. ENJOY!

Notes:
1. If you would like to bake eggless, I believe you can replace the egg with 4 oz of plain applesauce. Do let me know how it works if you try it.

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