Description
Indulge in the delightful Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake—a moist, gluten-free dessert that bursts with vibrant citrus flavor. This exquisite cake is made from whole boiled oranges, which infuse it with a refreshing aroma while ground almonds and pistachios provide a rich nuttiness. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy evening at home, this cake is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy it plain, or elevate your experience with yogurt, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Each bite promises a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium oranges (about 400 g)
- 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 the oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) springform pan and line the base with parchment paper.
- Boil the oranges in water for about 60 minutes. Drain and cool before pureeing until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale. Stir in the orange puree.
- In another bowl, mix almond meal, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Fold into the wet mixture gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until set; a skewer should come out clean. If browning too quickly, tent with foil.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg