Olive oil is a traditional baking ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine. It gives cakes a moist texture and longer shelf life compared to butter.
Olive oil cake (torta all'olio d'oliva) is an Italian classic — simple, moist and aromatic. Use a delicate extra virgin olive oil that won't dominate the sweet flavor.
Olive oil also works in chocolate cake, biscotti and even ice cream making. Try drizzling quality oil over vanilla ice cream — a surprisingly delicious combination.