Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake
Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake is a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of whole oranges with the rich textures of ground almonds and pistachios. This naturally gluten-free cake is moist, fragrant, and sure to impress at any gathering, from festive celebrations to casual family dinners. With its bright citrus notes and nutty depth, it offers a unique twist on traditional desserts that everyone will love. Top it with yogurt or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium oranges (boiled and pureed)
- 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 oven to 170°C (340°F). Prepare a 23 cm (9 inch) springform pan by lining the base with parchment paper and greasing the sides.
- Boil the oranges in water for 60 minutes. Drain, cool, remove seeds, and puree until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale. Stir in orange puree until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix almond meal, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth top, and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg