Jamie’s Orange and Almond Torte

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Jamie's Orange and Almond Torte is a Gluten-free alternative to a traditional cake
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

100 g butter
225 g superfine sugar
225 g ground almonds
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
3 eggs
2 medium oranges
225 g polenta
1 teaspoon baking powder
good pinch salt
creme fraiche , to taste
almond liqueur , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
460
Sugar
33g
Fat
24g
Jamie's Orange and Almond Torte is a delicious gluten-free dessert alternative that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is versatile, easy to make, and can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions. The torte has a wonderful dense texture, with a sweet orange flavor and a nice crunch from the almonds. You can serve it with a dollop of creme fraiche and a sprinkle of almond liqueur for an extra special touch. The combination of flavors and textures in this recipe is truly outstanding and will be sure to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180ºC/350ºF/gas 4. Grease and line a 21cm round cake tin with greaseproof paper.
2.In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Add the almonds, vanilla, eggs, orange zest and juice, and mix together well.
4.In a separate bowl, sift together the polenta, baking powder and salt.
5.Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, and mix until just combined.
6.Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin, and smooth out the top with a spatula.
7.Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
8.Remove the cake from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9.To serve, slice the cake and serve with a dollop of creme fraiche and a drizzle of almond liqueur, if desired.

PROS

This recipe is an excellent gluten-free dessert alternative, with a delicious orange flavor and a dense, moist texture.

The almonds give the torte a nice crunch, while the polenta adds a unique texture.

CONS

While the recipe is gluten-free, it is quite high in sugar and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The main health benefit of this recipe is that it is gluten-free, which can be important for individuals with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
Almonds, used in the recipe, can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease, while oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C and other important antioxidants.

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