Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake
Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of whole oranges with the rich textures of ground almonds and pistachios. This gluten-free cake not only boasts a moist and tender crumb but also offers a refreshing citrus aroma that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, whether served plain or dressed up with garnishes, this cake is sure to impress your guests. With its easy preparation method, you can create an exquisite treat that highlights the beauty of Mediterranean ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium oranges (about 400 g), boiled and pureed
- 150 g almond meal
- 100 g shelled pistachios, finely ground
- 6 large eggs
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Line a 23 cm springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
- Boil whole oranges in water for about 60 minutes. Drain, cool, remove seeds, and puree until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and thickened. Stir in orange puree.
- In another bowl, combine almond meal, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until set; a skewer should come out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg