Orange Almond Seasonal Cake (Printable Version)
Moist cake bursting with fresh orange and almond flavors, great for any season or occasion.
# Ingredient List:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 2 large oranges, preferably organic
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/3 cup olive oil
05 - 1/3 cup plain yogurt or dairy-free alternative
→ Dry Ingredients
06 - 2 cups almond meal (ground almonds)
07 - 1/2 cup rice flour or all-purpose flour
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Optional Toppings
10 - 2 tablespoons flaked almonds
11 - Zest of 1 orange
12 - Icing sugar for dusting
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
02 - Wash oranges. Quarter one orange, remove seeds, and puree whole in a food processor. Zest and juice the second orange, reserving zest and 2 tablespoons of juice for topping.
03 - Whisk eggs and sugar in a large bowl until pale and slightly thickened. Stir in olive oil, yogurt, and orange puree.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine almond meal, rice flour, baking powder, and salt.
05 - Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
06 - Pour batter into prepared pan. Smooth top, then sprinkle with flaked almonds and reserved orange zest.
07 - Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean and top is golden.
08 - Cool cake in pan for 10 minutes, transfer to wire rack, and dust with icing sugar before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's a perfect balance of fresh orange zestiness and the subtle warmth of ground almonds that feels like a secret treat just between us
- The naturally gluten-free and dairy-free options made it a favorite for all my friends with dietary needs
02 -
- Always puree the whole orange including the peel for that unbeatable citrus depth that juice alone can’t provide
- Folding the dry ingredients gently preserves the cake’s airy, moist crumb and keeps it from turning dense
03 -
- Use a food processor to puree the orange seamlessly, ensuring a smooth batter without lumps
- Letting the batter rest for 10 minutes before baking allows flavors to meld and creates an even crumb