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Flourless Orange Cake Recipe

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This Flourless Orange Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert that highlights the fresh zest and juice of oranges combined with a light almond meal base. With no flour, it’s naturally gluten-free and relies on eggs for structure, creating a rich and tender crumb perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 medium Oranges (zest and juice)
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 1.5 cups Almond Meal
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Oranges: Zest and juice the two medium oranges and set both aside for use in the batter.
  3. Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the 6 large eggs together with the 1 cup of sugar until the mixture becomes light, frothy, and fluffy to incorporate air for a better texture.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the 1.5 cups almond meal and 1 teaspoon baking powder to the egg mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain fluffiness.
  5. Add Orange Zest and Juice: Stir in the reserved orange zest and juice, folding them evenly into the batter to infuse a fresh citrus flavor.
  6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
  7. Cool the Cake: Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then release the springform and transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • This flourless orange cake is naturally gluten-free due to the use of almond meal instead of wheat flour.
  • Ensure the eggs and sugar are beaten well to incorporate air, which helps give the cake a lighter texture despite being flourless.
  • Use fresh organic oranges if possible to maximize flavor and zest quality.
  • Allow the cake to cool fully to set properly and enhance slicing.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Keywords: flourless orange cake, gluten free cake, almond meal cake, citrus cake, moist orange cake, baking dessert

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