Flourless Orange and Almond Cake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14

Gluten-free Flourless Orange and Almond Cake

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 oranges , washed well to remove any sprays and waxes
	1 1/2 cups ground almonds
	1 cup superfine sugar or 1 cup caster sugar
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1 teaspoon Cointreau liqueur
	6 eggs , lightly beaten
	confectioners ' sugar , to dust ( gluten-free if needed )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

351

Sugar

40g

Fat

17g

The Flourless Orange and Almond Cake is a delicious dessert that is naturally gluten-free and perfect for citrus lovers. The cake is made with whole oranges that are cooked and blended, giving it a unique texture and zesty flavor. By using ground almonds instead of flour, this cake is also a healthier option than traditional cakes. It is perfect to serve on special occasions or as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee. Dust it with confectioners' sugar for a beautiful, finishing touch.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line the bottom of an 8-inch (20 cm) springform cake tin.
2.	Place the washed oranges in a saucepan with enough water to cover, bring to the boil and simmer gently for 2 hours. Top up the water as necessary.
3.	Remove the oranges, cut them in half, and remove any pips.
4.	Place the oranges in a food processor and blend until smooth.
5.	Add in the ground almonds, baking powder, sugar, vanilla extract, Cointreau liqueur and blend to combine.
6.	Add the lightly beaten eggs to the mixture and pulse until smooth.
7.	Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin and bake for 50-60 minutes until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
8.	Leave the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
9.	Dust the cake with confectioners' sugar before serving.

PROS

This flourless cake is naturally gluten-free and has a rich and moist texture.

Made with whole oranges that are cooked and blended, it is a healthier option than traditional cakes.

The cake has a zesty and tangy flavor, perfect for citrus lovers.

CONS

The cake is quite dense and heavy, more like a pudding than a cake.

It requires a longer cooking time than regular cakes.

This cake contains a high amount of sugar and is not suitable for people with diabetes or those who are on a low-sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is a healthier dessert option as it is made with whole oranges and almonds.
Both these ingredients are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, antioxidants, and healthy fats.
Almonds are known to be beneficial for heart health as they can lower the levels of bad cholesterol in the body.