Description

This Glazed Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake captures the essence of winter citrus with its vibrant flavors. Using basic ingredients, it offers a moist texture and sweet-tart taste, perfect for gatherings or a cozy family treat.

Ingredients

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1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
2/3 cup light brown sugar
4 to 5 clementines, sliced no thicker than 1/4 of an inch plus more for zest and juicing (1 bag)
1–¾ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons clementine zest, from about 4 clementines
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup fresh squeezed clementine juice
1/3 cup grapeseed oil
1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉ (or 180℃).
Spray a 9" cake pan with non-stick cooking spray and pour in the melted butter, then sprinkle the light brown sugar over it.
Arrange the clementine slices on top of the sugar layer.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Rub the clementine zest into the granulated sugar until it resembles wet sand in a small bowl.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs lightly, then add the zesty sugar, clementine juice, grapeseed oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the flour mixture and buttermilk, alternating between the two. Pour the batter over the clementine slices in the pan.
Tap the pan gently on the counter to release bubbles and bake for 40-50 minutes or until a tester comes out clean.
Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before running a knife around the edges and inverting it onto a plate.
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar and serve alongside whipped cream.
Store leftovers in the fridge, wrapped, for 2-3 days.

Notes

You can cover the cake loosely with foil if it browns too much while baking.
For an extra touch, serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
Use fresh clementines for the best flavor and aroma.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 70mg