Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake
Flourless Orange, Pistachio, and Almond Cake is a luscious gluten-free dessert that perfectly balances zesty orange flavors with the rich crunch of pistachios and almonds. This incredibly moist cake is not only easy to prepare but also makes for a stunning centerpiece at any gathering. Serve it plain or with a touch of powdered sugar for an elegant finish, and watch as it delights your guests with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 whole organic oranges
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios (about 130g)
- 1 cup ground almonds (about 100g)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Wash the oranges thoroughly, then boil them in water for about an hour until soft. Drain, cool, cut in half, and remove seeds.
- In a food processor, blend the cooked oranges (skin included), sugar, eggs, ground almonds, and pistachios until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 186mg