--- title: "37 Olive Oil Cakes to Tickle Your Taste Buds ..." description: "Greek Yogurt Lime Olive Oil Cake; Lemon Olive Oil Cake; Gluten Free and Dairy Free Chocolate Olive Oil Cake; Chocolate-Cinnamon Pear Loaf Cake; Lemon Lavender Olive Oil Cake; More ..." url: "https://food.allwomenstalk.com/olive-oil-cakes-to-tickle-your-taste-buds/" category: "baking" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 37 Olive Oil Cakes to Tickle Your Taste Buds ... Although not significantly lower in calories than regular cakes, olive oil cakes are healthier. And using olive oil in cakes adds a richness without an overpowering taste and it means that people with a non- or restricted-dairy diet can also enjoy them. If you never tried an olive oil cake, maybe these recipes will tempt you. ## 1. Greek Yogurt Lime Olive Oil Cake ![Greek Yogurt Lime Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hb/ai/a8ckg2vh_599x900.jpg) Via [Lime, Yoghurt and Olive Oil ...](https://souvlakiforthesoul.com/healthy-olive-oil-cake/) Olive oil cakes that contain natural yogurt too give you an extra healthy boost! And the lime gives a yummy zesty flavor. ## 2. Lemon Olive Oil Cake ![Lemon Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sg/s3/e6y1tfh6_560x840.jpg) Via [Lemon Olive Oil Cake](https://www.eatliverun.com/lemon-olive-oil-cake-2/) And if you don't fancy lime, there's always lemon. ## 3. Gluten Free and Dairy Free Chocolate Olive Oil Cake ![Gluten Free and Dairy Free Chocolate Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/n3/x3/nfu38ans_600x840.jpg) Via [Gluten Free Dairy Free Chocolate ...](https://bakedbree.com/gluten-free-dairy-free-chocolate-olive-oil-cake) This may seem like an odd combination, but trust me - the olive oil adds a special richness to this decadent chocolate cake. ## 4. Chocolate-Cinnamon Pear Loaf Cake _ Via Better Homes and Gardens November ..._ Isn't it impressive when you cut into it? ## 5. Lemon Lavender Olive Oil Cake ![Lemon Lavender Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i0/on/onuuramy_600x605.jpg) Via [une gamine dans la cuisine: ...](https://www.unegaminedanslacuisine.com/2014/06/lemon-lavender-olive-oil-cake.html?m=1) I personally am not fond of the taste of lavender, but if you like it ... ## 6. Pistachio Olive Oil Cake ![Pistachio Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mu/tm/xnmbbgu1_600x901.jpg) Via [Pistachio Olive Oil Cake | ...](https://naturallyella.com/pistachio-olive-oil-cake/?utm_source=Naturally) An olive oil cake made without refined sugar. ## 7. Italian Lemon, Olive Oil & Ricotta Cake with Lemon Glaze _ Via a cup of mascarpone: lemon, ..._ Ricotta does something very good to baked goods. ## 8. Orange and Ginger Pound Cake ![Orange and Ginger Pound Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h5/z3/q7rcd0lv_600x900.jpg) Via [relish.com](https://www.relish.com/recipes/87089/orange-ginger-pound-cake) Made with yogurt and olive oil in lieu of butter, this fragrant pound cake is on the light side ## 9. Olive Oil & Dark Cocoa Brownies ![Olive Oil & Dark Cocoa Brownies](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lo/f5/bm2np7md_420x480.jpg) Via [Olive Oil & Cocoa Brownies ...](https://familystylefood.com/olive-oil-cocoa-brownies/) Will these taste as good as regular brownies? You'll have to try them and see. ## 10. Rosemary & Olive Oil Bundt Cake ![Rosemary & Olive Oil Bundt Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/us/s1/e8nbvu1i_480x640.jpg) Via [sweetsugarbean: Remember: Rosemary & Olive ...](http://www.sweetsugarbean.com/2013/01/remember-rosemary-olive-oil-bundt-cake.html) An interesting savory version. ## 11. Upside down Plum and Olive Oil Cake _ Via upside down plum and olive ..._ Upside down plum and olive oil cake works for both breakfast and dessert, right? And on the same day - yes? ## 12. Pistachio Olive Oil Cake with Fig Compote Filling and Cream Cheese Frosting ![Pistachio Olive Oil Cake with Fig Compote Filling and Cream Cheese Frosting](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/md/ku/hmi9v0rx_475x710.jpg) Via [in the kitchen with: ming ...](https://web.archive.org/web/https://www.designsponge.com/2010/09/in-the-kitchen-with-ming-thompsons-layer-cake.html) Oh yum yum in your tum. ## 13. Olive Oil Carrot Cake Bread ![Olive Oil Carrot Cake Bread](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h9/en/i61p344e_567x850.jpg) Via [Olive Oil Carrot Cake Bread ...](https://goo.gl/J5Dy2Z) All the goodness of carrots. ## 14. Chocolate Rosemary Olive Oil Cake _ Via Wholehearted Eats : Chocolate & ..._ Have you ever tried chocolate with rosemary? ## 15. Greek Yogurt & Olive Oil Orange Poppy Seed Pound Cake _ Via Greek Yogurt & Olive Oil ..._ This sweet, moist, and healthy cake is made with protein packed Greek yogurt and is bursting with orange flavor. ## 16. Grapefruit, Honey Cake _ Via TODAY Food - Recipes, Cooking ..._ Moist and - erm - refreshing - if you can call a cake refreshing. ## 17. Greek Yoghurt Olive Oil Cake with Orange Blossom Glaze ![Greek Yoghurt Olive Oil Cake with Orange Blossom Glaze](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ka/gn/kd2k32o5_600x900.jpg) Via [theartfuldesperado.com](https://goo.gl/3yR0nB) The glaze makes all the difference. ## 18. Salted Olive Oil Brownies ![Salted Olive Oil Brownies](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ux/r2/nr7xj5al_600x906.jpg) Via [Salted Olive Oil Brownies - ...](https://www.savorysimple.net/salted-olive-oil-brownies/) A decadent, sweet and salty treat. They're some of the best brownies you'll ever taste ## 19. Lemon Cornmeal Olive Oil Cake ![Lemon Cornmeal Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/o8/gq/peggoyee_328x450.jpg) Via [Liv Life: Lemon Cornmeal Olive ...](https://goo.gl/kwr1X8) You'll see lots of lemon olive oil cakes but this has the distinctive Italian touch that will conjure up sunny days along the Amalfi coastline. ## 20. Lemon Poppyseed Olive Oil Cake with Almond Glaze _ Via Seeking Sweetness in Everyday Life ..._ Lemon and almond is a great combination. ## 21. Chocolate Olive Oil Cake ![Chocolate Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zm/op/btlbxax9_600x400.jpg) Via [Chocolate Olive Oil Cake](https://www.askchefdennis.com/chocolate-olive-oil-cake-vintage-recipe-swap/) You've already seen a chocolate olive oil cake but that didn't have mascarpone frosting or mocha glaze. ## 22. Fig Olive Oil Cake _ Via Fig Olive Oil Cake_ I'm a sucker for figs! ## 23. Miniature Lemon, Almond and Rosemary Olive Oil Cakes with a Hint of Cointreau ![Miniature Lemon, Almond and Rosemary Olive Oil Cakes with a Hint of Cointreau](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ne/hr/rvi88z9v_600x901.jpg) Via [Miniature Lemon, Almond and Rosemary ...](https://goo.gl/PKwJue) Who wouldn't be impressed by being served these? ## 24. Olive Oil Cake with Red Grapes ![Olive Oil Cake with Red Grapes](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h4/o9/nn9236vs_520x650.jpg) Via [marthastewart.com](https://www.marthastewart.com/345543/olive-oil-cake-with-red-grapes?xsc=soc_pin_oliveoilcakewithredgrapesrecipe_10012013&crlt.pid=camp.dAVCOHxDwiAF) Traditionally made to celebrate the beginning of the fruit harvest - but you can make it anytime. ## 25. Avocado Ricotta Olive Oil Cake with Dark Chocolate Chunks ![Avocado Ricotta Olive Oil Cake with Dark Chocolate Chunks](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/a2/dm/to8eqqw3_534x800.jpg) Via [Milk and Honey: Avocado Ricotta ...](http://milk-and.blogspot.com/2014/05/avocado-ricotta-olive-oil-cake-with.html?spref=tw) It's always such a treat to bite down on chocolate chunks. ## 26. Orange-Scented Olive Oil Cake ![Orange-Scented Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/we/vz/j459876d_400x539.jpg) Via [Orange-Scented Olive Oil Cake | ...](https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Orange-Scented-Olive-Oil-Cake/?src=pinterest) A heady mixture of olive oil and preserved oranges flavors this moist, dense Sicilian dessert. . ## 27. Local Milk Herbes De Provence & Rose Olive Oil Cake _ Via Local Milk | Herbes de ..._ Love this if you love fragrant cakes. ## 28. Orange & Cardamom Spiced Honey'd Fig Olive Oil Tea Cake ![Orange & Cardamom Spiced Honey'd Fig Olive Oil Tea Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/s3/nj/udiak9s4_427x640.jpg) Via [Orange & Cardamom Spiced / ...](https://www.willcookforfriends.com/2012/07/orange-cardamom-spiced-honeyd-fig-olive-oil-tea-cake-the-perfect-mouthful.html) Deserving of a break with your favorite beverage. ## 29. Apple and Olive Oil Cake with Maple Icing ![Apple and Olive Oil Cake with Maple Icing](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u3/pe/xq5onzpl_579x385.jpg) Via [Yotam Ottolenghi's Apple and Olive ...](http://food52.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) This recipe is from Yotam Ottolenghi who has become one of my favorite chefs lately. ## 30. Vegan Pistachio Olive Oil Cake ![Vegan Pistachio Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ke/np/y824v1lt_400x600.jpg) Via [One Girl In The Kitchen: ...](http://en.onegirlinthekitchen.com/2012/11/pistachio-olive-oil-cake.html) Vegans can enjoy olive oil cakes too. ## 31. Strawberry Almond Olive Oil Cake _ Via Strawberry Almond Olive Oil Traybake ..._ I think this would work better with raspberries actually. ## 32. Butternut Squash Olive Oil Cake with Clementine Glaze ![Butternut Squash Olive Oil Cake with Clementine Glaze](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/aa/jb/y784ievy_425x640.jpg) Via [Butternut Squash Olive Oil Cake ...](https://www.farmgirlgourmet.com/2012/01/butternut-squash-olive-oil-cake-with.html) Get a real hit of vitamins with this one. ## 33. Almond Olive Oil Cake with Brown Butter Glaze ![Almond Olive Oil Cake with Brown Butter Glaze](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mq/tv/wk51oqbo_600x849.jpg) Via [Almond Olive Oil Cake with ...](https://web.archive.org/web/http://www.bloggingoverthyme.com/2014/04/25/almond-olive-oil-cake-brown-butter-glaze/) I find this a bit weird really - make a cake without butter but then use butter in the glaze? hmm ... ## 34. Gluten-Free Grapefruit and Orange Olive Oil Cake ![Gluten-Free Grapefruit and Orange Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ds/my/mrd4aeg0_500x667.jpg) Via [Gluten-Free Grapefruit and Orange Olive ...](https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/gluten-free-grapefruit-and-orange-olive-oil-cake/?src=SOC&dom=pin) This moist cake soaked with citrus-infused syrup gets its nutty flavor and hearty texture from a blend of almond flour and coarsely ground yellow cornmeal. ## 35. Portuguese Clementine-Olive Oil Cake with Marmalade Drizzle ![Portuguese Clementine-Olive Oil Cake with Marmalade Drizzle](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ix/qu/o3zqnulf_400x600.jpg) Via [Clementine Olive Oil Cake - ...](https://thecafesucrefarine.com/clementine-olive-oil-cake/) An orangey cake is a great way to banish winter blues. ## 36. Cranberry Olive Oil Cake ![Cranberry Olive Oil Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lh/mr/baxtsp5b_600x840.jpg) Via [Cranberry Olive Oil Cake](https://goo.gl/VwQIMj) Don't save this cake for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Eat it any time of year. ## 36. Candied Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake with Roasted Pistachios ![Candied Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake with Roasted Pistachios](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/j1/cl/l9ykw002_600x901.jpg) Via [Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake](https://www.thelittleepicurean.com/2013/04/blood-orange-olive-oil-cake.html) This olive oil and orange cake is packed with omega-3s and vitamin C. 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