Step 1
Preheat oven to 325F/180C
Step 2
Over high heat bring water to simmer with cardamon pods and tea bag.
Step 3
Pour in cocoa powder and whisk until combined
Step 4
In a bowl or stand mixer with a whisk attachment, combine sugar, salt, olive oil, eggs, vanilla.
Step 5
Reduce speed and pour in the cocoa powder mixture.
Step 6
In a separate container, combine flour and baking soda, and then add to the batter.
Step 7
Bake in a thin layer on a sheet tray for around 20-25 minutes. In an 8-inch round cake tin, bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs and the cake springs back to the touch.
Step 8
Let cake cool before enjoying. For best results bake the cake 1-2 in advance before serving as the flavors continue to develop.
