Flourless Lemon-Almond Cake

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 14

Flourless Lemon-Almond Cake with a Citrus Zing

by The Chefin Cake

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

215

Sugar

13g

Fat

14g

This flourless lemon-almond cake is a delicious and healthy dessert option that is sure to impress. The cake is made with ground almonds, eggs, lemon zest, cinnamon, and a touch of sugar. It's a gluten-free and dairy-free dessert that is perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone trying to cut back on traditional flour and sugar-laden desserts. The cake has a light, crumbly texture and a zesty lemon flavor that's perfect for spring and summer.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch (20 cm) cake pan with butter.
2.	In a food processor, process the almonds with 4 tablespoons (50 g) sugar until finely ground. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
3.	Stir in the egg yolks, lemon zest, cinnamon, and remaining sugar.
4.	In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
5.	Fold the beaten egg whites into the almond mixture, working carefully to retain as much of the air as possible.
6.	Transfer the mixture to the prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
7.	Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

This flourless lemon-almond cake is a gluten-free and dairy-free dessert that is low in sugar.

The almonds give the cake a light, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth and pairs well with the zesty lemon flavor.

It’s a perfect dessert option for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking for a healthier sweet treat.

CONS

As the cake doesn’t contain any flour, it may be slightly denser than traditional cakes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are loaded with nutrients that promote heart health, including healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants.
Lemons are a good source of vitamin C, which boosts immunity and may help prevent chronic diseases.
This cake is also low in sugar, making it a healthier dessert option.

	1 1/3 cups blanched slivered almonds
	8 tablespoons sugar , divided
	4 large eggs , separated
	5 teaspoons packed lemon zest , finely minced
	1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	salt