Description
Mediterranean citrus almond cake delivers a sublime fusion of zesty oranges and rich almonds from Southern Spain. Delicate crumb and rustic charm invite sweet enjoyment with each golden slice. Bakers will savor its elegant simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups (180 g) almond flour
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly prepare a 9-inch springform pan by lightly greasing its surface and preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
- Combine almond flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl, whisking until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes pale and develops a light, airy texture.
- Introduce eggs individually into the butter mixture, blending thoroughly after each addition to ensure smooth integration.
- Gently fold citrus zest into the creamy butter mixture, allowing the aromatic oils to distribute evenly.
- Gradually introduce the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring carefully to maintain a smooth, cohesive batter without overmixing.
- Delicately incorporate freshly squeezed orange and lemon juices, gently folding to preserve the batter’s delicate consistency.
- Transfer the prepared batter into the greased springform pan, ensuring an even surface.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and dry.
- Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool completely before releasing from the springform pan for serving.
Notes
- Swap almond flour with gluten-free options like coconut or oat flour for those with nut allergies, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful cake.
- Experiment with different citrus combinations like grapefruit or lime zest to create unique flavor profiles that tantalize taste buds.
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for smoother mixing and a more consistent cake texture that melts in your mouth.
- Adjust baking time slightly for higher altitudes by reducing temperature by 25 degrees and monitoring the cake’s doneness more closely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 331
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 87 mg