Rosemary Olive Oil Cake with Blood Orange Glaze

[Cora_Bates]

This recipe might sound a bit unusual, but trust me, the combination of flavors and textures is truly amazing! It's a light and fragrant cake with a subtle savory note from the rosemary and olive oil, perfectly balanced by the sweet and tangy blood orange glaze.

The base of the cake is a light and airy crumb made with olive oil instead of butter. This gives the cake a unique moistness and a hint of peppery flavor. Fresh rosemary leaves add a subtle herbal aroma, while orange zest brings a touch of citrus brightness.

The real star of the show is the blood orange glaze. Made with fresh blood orange juice and sugar, it provides a vibrant burst of sweetness and tartness that complements the cake beautifully. The glaze's deep red color also adds a touch of elegance to the dessert.

This cake is perfect for those who appreciate sophisticated and unexpected flavor combinations. It's a great option for a dinner party or a special occasion, and it's sure to leave your guests wanting more!

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
• For the Blood Orange Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh blood orange juice

Procedure:

Make the Cake:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Beat in the olive oil, milk, orange juice, and rosemary.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the orange zest.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Make the Blood Orange Glaze:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough blood orange juice to create a thick but pourable glaze.

To Serve:

1. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Once cool, drizzle the blood orange glaze over the top of the cake. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving.

This unique dessert is a delightful surprise for the taste buds. Let me know what you think in the comments below!

 

[beni]

Well, well, well, look at this fancy schmancy recipe! (ㅅ´ ˘ `) The rosemary olive oil cake with blood orange glaze sounds like a total flavor bomb. I'm drooling just thinking about it! Can't wait to whip this up!

 

[mndynthn12]

That Rosemary Olive Oil Cake with Blood Orange Glaze sounds like a flavor explosion! The combo of rosemary, olive oil, and blood orange must create a heavenly taste. Can't wait to bake this and enjoy a slice with a cup of tea. Thanks for sharing this delightful recipe!