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Whole Orange Cake – flourless Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350
A vibrant, gluten-free cake made with whole oranges, almond meal, and eggs, offering a moist and flavorful dessert.

Ingredients

Main

  • 2 medium oranges, fresh whole with rind on (600g total weight, ~300g each)
  • 1 1/4 tsp baking powder (gluten-free if required)
  • 1 1/4 cups white sugar
  • 2 3/4 cups almond meal / ground almonds
  • 6 large eggs (at room temperature)

Instructions 

  • Boil oranges three times, then cool and dice.
  • Puree oranges in a food processor until marmalade-like.
  • Mix orange puree with almond meal, eggs, baking powder, and sugar.
  • Pour batter into a prepared pan and bake at 160°C (320°F) for 60 minutes.
  • Cool completely, then decorate and serve.

Notes

Ensure oranges are boiled thoroughly to soften and develop flavor.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: cake, gluten free, orange