Jana's Corner & One and Done Recipes

I have been very interested in olive oil cakes for a while. Swapping olive oil in cakes and quick breads is a game changer! This cake is super easy, semi-homemade, extremely moist, and great to bring to any social event.

You can also add fresh basil or poppyseeds to the mixed batter.

Ingredients

1. 1 box yellow cake mix
2. Eggs (as per the cake mix instructions)
3. Olive oil (replace the vegetable oil amount listed on the cake mix box with olive oil)
4. Water (adjusted as per instructions)
5. 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
6. Optional: fresh basil or poppy seeds
7. Bundt cake pan

Instructions

1. Prepare the Lemons:
   • Zest both lemons and set aside.
   • Juice both lemons and set aside.
2. Mix the Cake Batter:
   • Follow the directions on the cake mix box. Replace the vegetable oil with the same amount of olive oil.
   • For the water, use 1/2 of the lemon juice and add enough water to make up the total amount required by the cake mix recipe.
   • Fold in 1/2 of the lemon zest and, if desired, add fresh basil or poppy seeds.
3. Bake the Cake:
   • Preheat your oven as per the cake mix instructions.
   • Grease the bundt cake pan.
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake according to the cake mix instructions.
4. Cool the Cake:
   • Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
   • Use a fork to poke several holes in the bottom of the cake while it’s still in the pan.
   • After the cake has cooled slightly, invert it onto a cooling rack or serving plate.
   • Poke holes in the top of the cake as well.
5. Prepare the Lemon Glaze:
   • In a small mixing bowl, combine the remaining lemon juice and 3/4 cup powdered sugar.
   • Whisk until the glaze is thick enough to stick to the cake but thin enough to seep into the holes.
6. Glaze the Cake:
   • Drizzle the glaze over the cake, making sure to fill the holes.
   • Allow the glaze to set.
7. Garnish and Serve:
   • Finish the cake with a garnish of fresh berries, basil leaves, or whipped cream, if desired.
   • Serve and enjoy!

You can garnish with berries, basil leaves, or whipped cream.