Why pair orange and lemon olive oil with desserts?
Orange and lemon-pressed olive oil is not simply a flavoured oil: it is made by milling fresh citrus fruit and olives together at the moment of extraction, which gives it an intensity and a freshness like no other. In September, when figs, peaches and grapes are at their peak, this kind of oil brings a zesty, sunny note that is ideal for desserts.
Pairing this oil with desserts lets you:
- Lift fruity flavours without masking the main ingredient.
- Bring a touch of acidity and freshness, perfect at the end of a meal.
- Create a subtle contrast with soft cakes, fruit salads or tarts.
Take a look too at the discovery duo, two 500 ml bottles to vary the pleasures across all your recipes.
Three seasonal desserts to elevate
1. Fresh fig and grape salad with orange and lemon olive oil
Pour a drizzle of orange and lemon-pressed olive oil over a salad of figs, grapes and a few mint leaves. The oil lifts the sweetness of the fruit and gives it a new Mediterranean dimension.
2. Peach and olive oil cake
Replace the butter with orange and lemon olive oil in a soft peach cake. The result: a light texture and a subtle citrus aroma. For an even stronger effect, drizzle the cake with a thread of oil as it comes out of the oven.
3. Seasonal fruit carpaccio
Arrange thin slices of peach, plum or pear on a plate, drizzle with orange and lemon olive oil and add a few toasted pistachio pieces. The pairing also works with a dash of balsamic vinegar of Modena PGI, Gold collection for a sophisticated touch.
Mistakes to avoid with orange and lemon olive oil in desserts
Using too much oil
A few drops are enough: the aim is to add an aroma, not to mask the taste of the fruit or the cake.
Using an oil flavoured with added aroma
Go for an oil made by milling the fruit with the olives, like this orange and lemon olive oil, to avoid artificial notes and get a real fruit taste.
Overlooking the quality of the fruit
The oil elevates the fruit, but it cannot make up for a bland or out-of-season base ingredient. Use ripe September fruit for a successful pairing.
For anyone who wants to go further, personalising a bottle of olive oil makes an original gift for lovers of refined desserts.
Table: dessert pairings and orange and lemon olive oil
Frequently asked questions
How do you use orange and lemon olive oil in a dessert?
Add it as a finishing touch, on fresh fruit, cakes or even homemade ice cream. A few drops are enough to add aroma without dominating.
What is the difference between a co-milled oil and a flavoured oil?
A co-milled oil is made by crushing fresh citrus fruit with the olives during extraction, whereas a flavoured oil has an aroma added afterwards. The first offers a natural, intense taste.
Can you personalise a bottle of orange and lemon olive oil as a gift?
Yes, you can create a personalised bottle to give, ideal for lovers of original desserts or as a back-to-school gift.
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