Rustic Rosemary Olive Oil Pound Cake
Bold meets delicate in this savory-sweet marvel—a pound cake that embraces the rustic charm of any of our ultra-premium high phenol Rosemary Olive Oil and a sprig of rosemary. Expect the unexpected: an herbaceous whisper that elevates the buttery texture, accented with lemony brightness. It’s a cake that challenges your palate like a mountain trail with secret, hidden views—familiar yet astonishingly new.
I N G R E D I E N T S :
- 1 cup any Rocky Mountain Rosemary Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
I N S T R U C T I O N S :
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Beat eggs and sugar together until thick and pale. Slowly incorporate the Rosemary Olive Oil, then mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped rosemary.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; gently fold into the wet mixture.
- Stir in milk to achieve a smooth consistency and pour batter into the pan.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool before slicing—each bite offers a surprising blend of herbaceous and sweet notes.