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Flourless Orange Cake

Flourless Orange Cake: Indulge in Citrus Bliss Today

Experience the delight of Flourless Orange Cake, a gluten-free and dairy-free treat bursting with citrus flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 whole Oranges Use juicing oranges like Valencia, include the peel for extra zest.
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Caster Sugar Can be substituted with a baking sweetener in a 1:1 ratio.
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for binding the ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Essence Can be swapped with vanilla extract.
  • 2 cups Almond Meal Finely ground cashews can be used for nut-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s gluten-free.
For the Orange Syrup
  • 1 cup Reserved Cooking Liquid Syrup made from simmering oranges.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • food processor
  • 20 cm round cake tin
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F, fan-forced) or 180°C (355°F, standard). Grease and line a 20 cm (8-inch) round cake tin.
  2. Combine 1 cup of caster sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Dissolve the sugar, then add the sliced oranges and simmer for 20-25 minutes until they soften. Reserve the syrup for later.
  3. Process the cooked oranges in a food processor until smooth. Add the remaining sugar, eggs, vanilla essence, almond meal, and baking powder to the mix. Blend until everything is well combined and creamy.
  4. Pour the luscious batter into your prepared tin. Bake it in the oven for 45-55 minutes, until the cake is golden and a skewer inserted comes out clean. Let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Serve by pricking holes in the cake and drizzling over the reserved orange syrup for added moisture and flavor. Optional: Top with freshly whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe, juicy oranges for the best flavor. Allow the cake to cool fully before cutting to maintain its structure and moistness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for later enjoyment.

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