Torta De Laranja ( Orange Torte )

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 5

Torta De Laranja (Orange Torte) Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

268

Sugar

41g

Fat

Torta De Laranja, also known as Orange Torte, is a traditional Portuguese dessert that is made with oranges and eggs. This dessert is popular in Portugal and can be found in cafes and bakeries throughout the country. It is a sweet and tangy dessert that is perfect for special occasions like birthdays, weddings, and holidays.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together 1 1/8 cups sugar and 1 tablespoon melted butter.
3.	Add in 6 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4.	Stir in the juice of 2 oranges (about 1 cup), 1 tablespoon finely grated orange rind, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
5.	Stir in 3/4 cup of sugar.
6.	Pour the mixture into a greased 9 inch springform pan.
7.	Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8.	Let cool for at least 10 minutes before removing from the pan.

PROS

This Torta De Laranja is a sweet and tangy dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and may not be suitable for individuals with diabetes or other conditions that require monitoring sugar intake.

It is also relatively high in calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this orange torte is not the healthiest dessert option, oranges are known for their high vitamin C content, which supports immune health.
They also contain flavonoids, which are antioxidants that may help protect against chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.

	1 1/8 cups sugar
	1 tablespoon butter , melted
	6 large eggs
	2 oranges , juice of ( about 1 cup )
	1 tablespoon finely grated orange rind
	1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	3/4 cup sugar