Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Greek Chocolate Cream: Rich & Healthy Treat

Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Greek Chocolate Cream: Rich & Healthy Treat

Servings

8

servingsPrep time

15

minutesCooking time

30-40

minutesCalories

280

kcal

This Chocolate Olive Oil Cake is a decadent yet wholesome dessert, combining rich cocoa flavor with the smooth, heart-healthy benefits of olive oil. Topped with a luscious Greek yogurt chocolate cream, it’s a perfect treat that’s both indulgent and nutritious!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup cocoa powder

• 1/2 cup olive oil and 3/4 cup maple syrup or honey

• 3 eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt and 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, melted

• 1 tsp baking powder and a pinch of salt

Directions

• Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.

• Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

  

• Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat olive oil, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.

• Make Batter and Bake: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then pour into the prepared pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  

• Prepare Chocolate Cream and Top: Mix Greek yogurt with melted dark chocolate until smooth. Once cake is cool, spread the chocolate cream on top before serving.

Healthy Chocolate Olive Oil Cake Recipe

Note:)

• For extra depth, add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the batter—it enhances the chocolate flavor beautifully!