Easy Orange and Poppyseed Cake

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 12
Easy Orange and Poppyseed Cake recipe for a sweet and tangy treat
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large orange , roughly chopped
125 g butter , melted
1 1/2 cups almond meal
3/4 cup caster sugar
1/2 cup poppy seed
3 eggs
1 orange
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white sugar
icing sugar , for dusting
pure cream , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
424
Sugar
31g
Fat
25g
A simple yet delicious cake, the orange and poppyseed cake is a classic recipe that you shouldn't miss. It is widely consumed because of its versatility, making it a perfect treat for family gatherings, parties or a simple tea time snack. The tangy, citrus taste of the oranges combines beautifully with the crunch of the poppy seeds, making it an attractive and tasty delight. This cake is perfect for gluten-free eaters wanting a little sweet indulgence without the gluten.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 160°C. Grease and line a 20cm cake tin.
2.In a food processor, blend the roughly chopped orange until it forms a coarse paste.
3.Add the melted butter, almond meal, caster sugar, poppy seeds and eggs into the food processor. Blend until the mixture is well combined.
4.Pour the cake mixture into the prepared tin and bake for around 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
5.While the cake is in the oven, make the syrup. Cut the skin off the remaining orange and slice it into thin circles that you'll later use to decorate the cake. Squeeze the juice from the orange into a saucepan.
6.Add the water and white sugar to the saucepan with the orange juice. Cook over low heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Increase to high heat and let boil for 4-5 minutes, or until the syrup has thickened.
7.Once the cake is done and cooled for a while, pour over the orange syrup. Use the orange slices to decorate the cake, sprinkling with sufficient icing sugar.
8.Serve the cake with a dollop of pure cream.

PROS

This delicious cake has a lovely orange flavour with a pleasing, slightly grainy texture from the poppy seeds.
It is a versatile treat that can be served both as an everyday dessert and for a special occasion.

It’s gluten-free, making it a good alternative for people who have gluten sensitivities.

CONS

This cake is not completely fat-free as it contains butter and almond meal, which can be problematic for people who are trying to strictly control their fat intake.
The cake is also high in calories and has a glycemic index that’s not preferable for people with diabetes.

Some people may not enjoy the grainy texture of the poppy seeds in their dessert.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oranges are a good source of vitamin C, important for keeping the immune system healthy, as well as folate and fiber to keep your digestive system working properly. Poppy seeds are known to help promote healthy sleep, and contain important minerals like calcium, iron and zinc. They also contain good fats that can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

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