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Figs Lemon and Olive Oil, The Perfect Cake For Whatever You're Celebrating. Plus Another OXO Giveaway! Recipe
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Ingredients
- 3 Tbs of freshly squeezed orange juice
- 3 Tbs of Grand Marnier (or 3 more Tbs of orange juice)
- 1 and 1/2 cups of whole wheat pastry flour
- 3/4 tsp of baking powder
- 1/4 tsp of sea salt
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup of whole milk
- 1 Tbs of grated lemon zest
- powdered sugar for dusting
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 547g | |
| Calories 1734 | |
| Calories from Fat 1035 | 60% |
| Total Fat 116.97g | 146% |
| Saturated Fat 18.74g | 75% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 221mg | 74% |
| Sodium 1653mg | 69% |
| Potassium 433mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 151.36g | 40% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 4% |
| Sugars 150.15g | 100% |
| Protein 11.05g | 18% |
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