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Whole Orange Cake

Whole Orange Cake: A Moist, Gluten-Free Delight You’ll Love

Discover the magic of Whole Orange Cake, a moist and gluten-free dessert that highlights the vibrant flavors of oranges.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 whole Oranges use seedless for best results
  • 4 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar adjust based on orange sweetness
  • 2 cups Almond Flour gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder gluten-free certified
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting
  • Edible Flowers or Orange Slices for decoration

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • food processor
  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Oranges: Place whole oranges in a medium saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer for about 1 hour until soft.
  2. Make Orange Puree: Once cooled, chop the oranges and blend in a food processor until smooth.
  3. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Mix Batter: Beat eggs and sugar until pale, fold in orange puree, and then add almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with orange slices or edible flowers before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use seedless oranges and room temperature eggs. Ensure to cool the cake completely before dusting with powdered sugar.

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