Anarchy Cake Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Slice fruit if using: peaches, apricots, or possibly plums (neatness does not count); if using cherries, pit them.
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   Preheat oven to 350 F. Line bottom of a 10-inch-diameter springform pan with parchment paper, brush with oil, and lightly flour.
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   Gently toss prepared fruit with 1 Tbsp.
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   of sugar and set aside.
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   (If using chocolate, don't toss it with the sugar, just put aside till needed.)
6. 6
   Combine flour, baking pwdr, and salt in a bowl and set aside.
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   Using an electric mixer, beat the egg with the 1/2 c. of superfine sugar and lemon zest till light, fluffy, and pale in color.
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   This could take as long as 5 min.
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   Add in the extra virgin olive oil, then the lowfat milk and balsamic vinegar, beating till fully combined.
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    Using a rubber spatula, mix in the flour mix.
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    Pour batter into the prepared springform pan and drop the sliced fruit over the top.
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    Sprinkle with a Tbsp.
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    of sugar.
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    Bake for 50 min, till the top is a beautiful golden.
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    A knife blade inserted into the cakes center should come out clean.
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    Makes 6 to 8 servings.