Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. Lightly grease a bundt pan.
In the bowl of an electric mixer beat together the eggs, granulated sugar and the lemon zest. Beat on medium high speed for approximately 5 – 8 minutes, until the mixture is a pale golden colour and quite thick.
1 ¼ cup (250 grams) granulated sugar, 5 large eggs, 1 tbsp grated lemon zest
Add the lemon juice and the olive oil. Beat until well combined.
1/2 cup (125 mL) freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 cup (125 mL) Greek olive oil
In a separate bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt and mix well.
2 cups (300 grams) all purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add the flour mixture to the beaten egg mixture and mix until just combined. If you will be using the brandy, add it at this point.
1 teaspoon brandy
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake in the center rack of your oven for 35 – 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once your cake is baked, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes, in the pan, on a wire rack.
Then, remove from bundt pan and allow to cool completely.