Candyland lemon cake its a sharp and brilliant edge, and a generous portion of fresh lemon juice is combined with the zest. This cake recipe uses an unexpected ingredient—olive oil—to achieve its moistness and soft crumb. Butter, vanilla, eggs, and sugar provide richness and a hint of sweetness. Candy or boiled sweets, such as Jolly Ranchers, can be used to create cake decorations. This cake shows several methods for melting candies.