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For a great chocolate olive oil cake recipe, you need a few key items. First, gather 1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour. This gives the cake its structure. Next, you will want 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar. This adds sweetness and helps the cake rise.

Chocolate Olive Oil Cake

Indulge your sweet tooth with a rich chocolate olive oil cake that promises a moist and flavorful experience! This delightful dessert blends the deep essence of chocolate with the fruity notes of olive oil for a unique twist. In this post, you'll find essential ingredients, simple baking steps, and creative variations to inspire your baking adventures. Ready to impress your loved ones? Click through for the full recipe and make this decadent delight today!
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Ingredients
  

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

3 large eggs

¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup buttermilk

½ cup hot water

Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting, fresh berries for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly, then whisk in the olive oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.

        Integrate Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

          Add Water: Slowly stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth and well combined. The batter will be thin.

            Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

              Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

                Serve or Decorate: Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar if desired, and serve with fresh berries for a delightful presentation.

                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 8-10

                    - Presentation Tips: Serve slices with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent treat. Consider decorating the plate with berry coulis for an artistic touch!