Harvest Grape Cake

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A tender olive oil cake bursting with juicy wine grapes and hints of almond liqueur.
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This Harvest Grape Cake is a celebration of autumn’s bounty, featuring the sweet-tart pop of fresh wine grapes baked directly into a tender crumb. The batter, enriched with extra virgin olive oil and melted butter, yields a moist, luxurious texture that feels light yet satisfying. A splash of Amaretto and bright orange zest adds a sophisticated aromatic lift, balancing the natural sweetness of the fruit. It&# 226;€™s an elegant yet rustic dessert perfect for weekend brunches or as a centerpiece for a fall dinner party. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this cake captures the essence of the season in every bite.

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Harvest Grape Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 1039.9

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This Harvest Grape Cake is a celebration of autumn's bounty, featuring the sweet-tart pop of fresh wine grapes baked directly into a tender crumb. The batter, enriched with extra virgin olive oil and melted butter, yields a moist, luxurious texture that feels light yet satisfying. A splash of Amaretto and bright orange zest adds a sophisticated aromatic lift, balancing the natural sweetness of the fruit. It&# 226;€™s an elegant yet rustic dessert perfect for weekend brunches or as a centerpiece for a fall dinner party. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this cake captures the essence of the season in every bite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously butter and flour a 10-inch cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar together until thick, pale, and forming ribbons, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the melted butter, olive oil, and milk until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, orange zest, and Amaretto.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until no streaks of flour remain; do not overmix.
  6. Rinse and stem the wine grapes. Gently fold them into the batter, using forceful strokes to break about one-third of the grapes while leaving the rest whole.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with additional fresh grapes on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1039.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.6g61%
Saturated Fat 13.9g70%
Cholesterol 180.8mg61%
Sodium 182.1mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 153.1g52%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 62.3g
Protein 18.1g37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: amaretto, autumn, baking, butter, cake, dessert, eggs, flour, grape, harvest, mediterranean, milk, olive oil, orange zest, seasonal, sugar, vegetarian, wine grapes
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