Lemon Olive Oil Cake

Ingredients

• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper
3. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil and sugar until well combined
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition
5. Stir in yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth
6. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined
8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top
9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely