Citrus Cardamom Cake
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- Zest from 1/2 lemon
- Zest from 1/2 orange
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- two large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice and
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
Instructions
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Prepare the Cake Pan
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter and flour an 8-inch diameter cake pan, ensuring an even coating. -
Mix the Dry Ingredients
Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl. Add the sugar and cardamom, then whisk everything together. Set aside. -
Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, eggs, and olive oil until smooth. -
Combine the Batter
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula or wooden spoon. Be careful not to overmix. Add the orange and lemon zest and juice, folding everything together until just combined. -
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely before icing. -
Prepare the Icing
In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar with the juice from the leftover orange. Mix until you achieve a spreadable consistency, adjusting with more powdered sugar or juice as needed. -
Ice and Serve
Spread the icing over the cooled cake. Slice and enjoy!