Olive Oil Dessert Recipes (PHOTOS)

It's pretty good for baking too.

Want to know why you should eat olive oil desserts? Because not only are they delicious, but you get to convince yourself that they're good for you -- since, after all, olive oil is a heart-healthy ingredient. You can't really do that with an ordinary butter-based dessert (or can you?).

If you think that olive oil desserts sound like a bad idea, it's time you open your mind to their charm with these cake and cookie recipes. You won't regret it.

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