Gluten-Free Orange Almond Cake
This Gluten-Free Orange Almond Cake is moist, fragrant, and naturally grain-free, made with whole oranges, almond flour, and just the right amount of sweetness. Inspired by a classic Tuscan torta, it’s perfect with tea, for holidays, or as a cozy everyday dessert.
Equipment
- pot
- blender or food processor
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- Springform pan (9-inch)
- oven
- parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Cake
- 2 large oranges seedless
- 6 eggs room temperature
- 1 cup coconut sugar or maple sugar
- 2 1/2 cups almond flour extra fine grind preferred
- 1 tsp baking powder gluten-free certified
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Place whole oranges in a pot of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 40–45 minutes until soft. Let cool, remove any seeds, and blend into a smooth purée (peel included).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs and coconut sugar until fluffy (about 1–2 minutes).
- Stir in the orange purée and vanilla extract.
- Add almond flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Mix until fully combined. Batter will be thick and aromatic.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the base with parchment paper.
- Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Let cake cool completely in the pan before removing. Serve as-is or with a glaze or whipped coconut cream.
Notes
This cake is even better the next day! Store in an airtight container and let it come to room temp before serving. For a twist, add a streusel topping before baking or use sunflower seed flour to make it nut-free.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 9gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 4gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1.6mg
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