Description
Flourless Orange Pistachio Almond Cake is a delightful dessert that beautifully marries the vibrant flavors of whole oranges with the nutty richness of pistachios and almonds. This gluten-free cake is perfect for any celebration or cozy gathering, showcasing a moist texture and a refreshing citrus burst in every bite. With its simple preparation method, you can impress your guests with an elegant dessert that tastes as good as it looks. Whether enjoyed plain or garnished with powdered sugar and crushed pistachios, this cake is sure to be a hit at your next event.
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized oranges (about 350 grams total)
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 200 grams almond meal
- 100 grams shelled pistachios, finely ground
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Wash the oranges and boil them in water for about 30 minutes until soft. Let cool.
- Halve the cooled oranges and remove seeds. Blend into a smooth puree.
- In a food processor, combine sugar, almond meal, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl until frothy, then mix in the orange puree and dry ingredients until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
- Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use fresh oranges for better flavor. Beat eggs thoroughly for a lighter texture. Consider substituting pistachios with walnuts or hazelnuts if desired.
