Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italy with this moist and flavorful Gluten-Free Almond-Orange Cake. This cake is bursting with the citrusy goodness of oranges and the nutty richness of almond flour, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. A perfect treat for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Almond-Orange Cake:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (gluten-free)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup olive oil (or melted butter)
- zest of 2 oranges
- juice of 1 orange (about 1/4 cup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
- powdered sugar for dusting
- sliced almonds or candied orange peel
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine and bake: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until fully combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Garnish with sliced almonds or candied orange peel if desired.
Notes
- This cake gets better after a day as the orange flavor deepens.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- Delicious with coffee or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
