Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake
Delight in the flavors of Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake—a moist, gluten-free treat that’s perfect for any gathering. This cake marries the zesty brightness of whole oranges with the rich nuttiness of almond meal and ground pistachios, creating a unique dessert experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Simple to prepare and versatile in serving options, you can enjoy it plain, dressed up with yogurt or sweetened whipped cream, or adorned with fresh berries. Ideal for both casual family meals and elegant dinner parties, this cake is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium oranges (about 400 g), 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 your oven to 170°C (340°F). Line a springform pan base with parchment paper and grease the sides.
- Boil the oranges in water for 60 minutes, then cool, remove seeds, and puree.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until pale; add orange puree.
- In another bowl, mix almond meal, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until set; check doneness with a skewer.
- Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan; transfer to wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 253
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 137mg