Anarchy Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Line bottom of a 10-inch-diameter springform pan with parchment paper, brush with oil, and lightly flour.
3. 3
   Gently toss prepared fruit with 1 tablespoon of sugar and set aside.
4. 4
   (If using chocolate, do not toss it with the sugar, just put aside until needed.)
5. 5
   Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and set aside.
6. 6
   Using an electric mixer, beat the egg with the 1/2 cup of superfine sugar and lemon zest until light, fluffy, and pale in color.
7. 7
   This could take as long as 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Add the olive oil, then the milk and balsamic vinegar, beating until fully combined.
9. 9
   Using a rubber spatula, fold in the flour mixture.
10. 10
    Pour batter into the prepared springform pan and drop the sliced fruit over the top.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with a tablespoon of sugar.
12. 12
    Bake for 50 minutes, until the top is a beautiful golden brown.
13. 13
    A knife blade inserted into the cakes center should come out clean.