Are you looking for a cake recipe that’s moist with orange and almonds for your next snack time? Look no further, as we are offering here a simple and delicious recipe to make this indulgent dessert that will delight the taste buds of all your guests! This cake with a citrus scent and rich in almonds is ideal to accompany a cup of tea or served as a dessert after a light meal.
Ingredients for the soft orange and almond cake
To make this cake recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 160 g of powdered sugar
- 180 g of flour
- The zest and juice of an organic orange
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 100 g of melted butter
- 150 g of almond powder
- Some slivered almonds and a tablespoon of brown sugar for decoration (optional)
Preparation of the soft orange and almond cake
Step 1: Preheating the oven and preparing the mold
Start by preheating your oven to 180° C (thermostat 6). Meanwhile, butter and flour a medium-sized loaf pan. You can also use parchment paper to line the pan to ensure easy removal of the cake.
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Step 2: Preparing the dough
In a salad bowl, crack the eggs and add the powdered sugar. Beat vigorously with a whisk or an electric mixer until the mixture whitens and is frothy. Then, gradually incorporate the sifted flour and baking powder by gently mixing until you obtain a homogeneous dough.
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Finely grate the zest of the orange into the batter, then add the orange juice that you have previously squeezed. Mix well before adding the warm melted butter and almond powder. Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are well incorporated and the texture of the mixture is smooth and without lumps.
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Step 3: Baking the Soft Orange and Almond Cake
Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan, taking care to smooth the surface with a spatula if necessary. If you wish, arrange some slivered almonds on top of the batter and lightly sprinkle with brown sugar to add a crunchy touch after baking.
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Put the cake in the preheated oven in the middle rack and let it cook for 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. It’s important to monitor the cooking during the last few minutes to prevent the top from burning: if necessary, cover the cake with a sheet of aluminum foil.
Once the cake is cooked, remove it from the oven and wait a few minutes before gently unmolding it onto a rack. Let the moist orange and almond cake cool completely before cutting it into slices to enjoy.
Tip for an even more delicious cake:
For chocolate lovers, you can add 100 g of chocolate chips into your cake batter to make this recipe even more indulgent. Just mix the chocolate chips with the batter after incorporating the other ingredients, then pour everything into your mold and bake as previously indicated.
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Preservation of the moist orange and almond cake
This delicious soft orange and almond cake keeps very well for several days if you protect it effectively. You can store it in a bowl covered with a cake dome or place it under a food dome to prevent it from drying out quickly. If you don’t have a dome, simply wrap the cake in plastic wrap or a storage bag to preserve its soft texture.
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And there you have it, your recipe for soft orange and almond cake is now ready to be enjoyed. Serve it during your snacks or as dessert accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a gourmet coffee for the greatest pleasure of both children and adults!