Blood Orange Olive Oil Upside-Down Cake
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A moist citrus olive oil cake made with Blood Orange Olive Oil, fresh orange slices, and a glossy, beautiful topping.
If you are looking for a dessert that feels special but is still simple to make, this Blood Orange Olive Oil Upside-Down Cake is a beautiful choice. Made with Blood Orange Olive Oil, fresh citrus, and a tender homemade cake batter, this dessert is bright, moist, and full of fresh orange flavor.
Olive oil cakes are loved for their rich texture and delicate crumb. Instead of butter, this recipe uses Blood Orange Olive Oil, which gives the cake a soft, moist texture and adds a naturally fruity citrus flavor throughout every bite.
The orange slices bake into the top of the cake, creating a stunning upside-down presentation with a glossy citrus finish. It is perfect for brunch, Easter, Mother’s Day, holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or a sweet afternoon treat with coffee or tea.
Why You’ll Love This Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake
- Made with flavorful Blood Orange Olive Oil
- Moist, tender, and full of citrus flavor
- Beautiful upside-down orange topping
- Perfect for entertaining or gifting
- A delicious way to bake with olive oil
What Does Blood Orange Olive Oil Taste Like in Cake?
Blood Orange Olive Oil adds a bright, citrusy flavor that pairs beautifully with fresh oranges. It gives this olive oil cake a light fruitiness without making it too sweet. The result is a dessert that feels fresh, elegant, and balanced.
Because olive oil helps baked goods stay moist, this cake is also a wonderful make-ahead dessert. The flavor becomes even better after resting for a few hours.
Tips for the Best Olive Oil Cake
For the prettiest presentation, slice your oranges thinly and arrange them in overlapping circles before adding the batter. Blood oranges are especially beautiful because of their deep red and orange color, but you can also use navel oranges, cara cara oranges, or a combination.
Be careful not to overmix the batter. Stir just until the flour disappears to keep the cake soft and tender.
How to Serve Blood Orange Olive Oil Upside-Down Cake
This cake is delicious on its own, but it also pairs beautifully with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, or fresh berries. Serve it as a dessert, brunch cake, or sweet addition to a special gathering.
Blood Orange Olive Oil Upside-Down Cake Recipe
This citrus olive oil cake is made with simple ingredients and finished with a beautiful layer of baked orange slices.
Optional Citrus Glaze
For extra shine and sweetness, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, and 1 teaspoon Blood Orange Olive Oil. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
Make This Cake with Blood Orange Olive Oil
This Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake is a wonderful way to enjoy baking with olive oil. The citrus flavor, moist crumb, and beautiful orange topping make it a recipe you will want to make again and again.
Stop by The Little Shop of Olive Oils to pick up Blood Orange Olive Oil and create this stunning citrus dessert at home.
Make a moist Blood Orange Olive Oil Upside-Down Cake with fresh orange slices, citrus flavor, and a tender olive oil cake crumb. Perfect for brunch or dessert.
Blood Orange Olive Oil Upside-Down Cake
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Category
Dessert
Cuisine
International
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Servings
10
Prep Time
45 minutes
This elegant Blood Orange Olive Oil Upside-Down Cake features caramelized orange slices atop a moist citrus-infused cake made with Blood Orange Olive Oil. Perfect for brunch, dessert, holidays, or entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Topping
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¼ cup Blood Orange Olive Oil
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⅓ cup light brown sugar
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1 blood oranges, sliced thinly
For the Cake
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon sea salt
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3 large eggs
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup Blood Orange Olive Oil
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½ cup whole milk
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¼ cup fresh orange juice
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1 tablespoon orange zest
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Prepare the Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Pour ¼ cup Blood Orange Olive Oil into the bottom of the pan.
Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the oil.
Arrange orange slices in an overlapping decorative pattern.
Make the Cake Batter
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and slightly thickened.
Add Blood Orange Olive Oil and whisk until smooth.
Stir in milk, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Bake
Carefully pour batter over the arranged orange slices.
Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Invert
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
Run a knife around the edge.
Place a serving platter over the pan and carefully invert the cake.
Let the pan rest for 1 minute before lifting away.
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Recipe Note
Optional Citrus Glaze
Ingredients
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon Blood Orange Olive Oil
Instructions
Whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
This cake is one of those recipes that looks bakery-worthy but comes together with simple pantry ingredients. The Blood Orange Olive Oil provides citrus flavor in every bite while keeping the crumb wonderfully moist. For the prettiest presentation, choose oranges with deep red coloring and arrange them in overlapping circles before adding the batter. The cake tastes even better the next day, making it an excellent make-ahead dessert for gatherings and special occasions.