Flourless Orange Pistachio Almond Cake
Flourless Orange Pistachio Almond Cake is a moist and fragrant dessert that celebrates the bright flavors of whole oranges combined with the rich, nutty goodness of almonds and pistachios. This gluten-free cake is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a festive gathering or a quiet afternoon treat with tea. With its simple preparation and unique taste, this cake will surely impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized oranges
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 200 grams almond meal
- 100 grams finely ground pistachios
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the oranges and boil them in water for about 30 minutes until soft. Let them cool.
- Cut the cooled oranges in half, remove any seeds, and blend into a smooth puree using a food processor.
- In the processor, add sugar, almond meal, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Blend until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Gradually mix in the orange-nut mixture to form a smooth batter.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg