Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Flourless Orange Pistachio Almond Cake—a gluten-free dessert that brings together the refreshing essence of whole oranges and the rich nuttiness of almonds and pistachios. This cake is not only simple to make but also perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy family dinners. The unique combination of ingredients results in a moist, flavorful treat that is sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized oranges (about 350 grams total)
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 200 grams almond meal (finely ground almonds)
- 100 grams shelled pistachios, finely ground
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the oranges and boil them in enough water to cover for about 30 minutes until soft. Allow them to cool.
- Cut the cooled oranges in half, remove any seeds, and blend in a food processor until smooth.
- Combine sugar, almond meal, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt with the orange puree in the food processor and blend until mixed well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy and then mix into the orange-nut mixture until smooth.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg