Flourless Orange Almond Cakes with a Citrus Twist
These flourless orange and almond cakes are soft and supple, with a lovely blend of nutty almond and zesty orange tastes. These cakes, which are naturally gluten-free and flourless, are light and filling, making them ideal for dessert or a warm afternoon snack. In order to produce a cake with a rich taste and texture, the oranges are cooked to extract a richer citrus flavor. Simple but sophisticated, these cakes can be quickly dressed up with a sprinkling of powdered sugar and are ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 oranges (approximately 400g)
- 5 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups caster sugar (280g)
- 2 ½ cups almond meal (225g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
Directions
To prepare the oranges, put them in a big saucepan of water, peel them, and bring them to a boil. For one hour, simmer the oranges, adding extra water as needed to keep them covered. After draining, allow the oranges to cool. After they have cooled, cut them into quarters, scoop out the seeds, and purée them until they are smooth, including the skins.
Warm up the oven: To prevent muffin tins or tiny cake molds from sticking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
To prepare the batter, combine the eggs and caster sugar in a large basin and beat for about three minutes, or until the mixture is pale and thick. To the egg mixture, add the baking powder, almond meal, orange puree, and vanilla essence. To get a smooth, uniform batter, gently fold the ingredients until they are fully incorporated.
Bake the Cakes: Fill the muffin tray or small cake molds about three-quarters of the way to the top with batter. A skewer placed into the middle of a cake should come out clean after 45 to 50 minutes of baking, or until the tops are brown.
Cool and Serve: After ten minutes of cooling in the pan, move the cakes to a wire rack to finish cooling. If desired, sprinkle with powdered sugar before to serving.
In conclusion
Enjoy a naturally gluten-free, citrus-flavored dessert with these flourless orange almond cakes. These cakes are very moist and tasty, with the nuttiness of almond flour and the strong taste of real oranges. For a simple but sophisticated presentation that is guaranteed to please both family and guests, serve them with a dusting of powdered sugar.