Al & Dom Kitchen

  Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Cake with Candied Oranges and Syrup “Olive oil cakes use the oil instead of butter for the fat component of the batter and therefore are healthier (even though butter is not particularly bad for you and is much better for you than margerine). The contribution to the flavor and texture of the cake from the olive oil is devine, and although any olive oil will do, a slightly fruity and spicy one is perfect for this recipe.  Ground cardamom and orange zest is in the batter and cardamom pods and orange slices are in the syrup. The syrup is honey based which cuts down on the sugar content and when it is soaked into the cake, it lends a moistness and flavor too. The cardamom is a great spice that adds a special dimension to baked goods and it is a perfect match for the oranges. In my opinion cardamom is one of the most versatile spices in both sweet and savory cooking.  While olive oil cakes can have a little density, this one rises beautifully becaus...