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Flourless Orange Pistachio Cake Recipe

Flourless Orange Pistachio Cake Recipe
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This Flourless Orange Pistachio Cake is a moist, naturally sweetened dessert bursting with bright citrus flavors and nutty undertones. Made without any flour, it combines whole boiled oranges, almond flour, and ground pistachios for a dense yet tender crumb. Sweetened with honey and enhanced by a citrus glaze, this vibrant cake is perfect for gluten-free and refined sugar-free diets and makes a delightful centerpiece for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 2 whole oranges
  • ⅔ cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup ground pistachios
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Glaze Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Boil Oranges: Rinse the whole oranges thoroughly under running water to clean them. Place them in a pot and cover completely with water. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for one hour until the oranges soften completely.
  2. Blend Oranges: Drain the cooked oranges and carefully transfer them to a blender. Blend until you achieve a velvety smooth puree without any lumps or large pieces.
  3. Get the Oven Ready: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan with oil or butter to prevent sticking.
  4. Stir the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange puree, ⅔ cup honey, eggs, almond flour, ground pistachios, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and homogenous.
  5. Bake It: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for around 60 minutes. Monitor the cake’s top; if it browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cook the Glaze: While the cake bakes, combine 2 tablespoons honey and ½ cup fresh orange juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the mixture reduces by half and thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
  7. Glaze and Serve: When the cake has cooled enough to handle but is still slightly warm, brush the glaze evenly over the surface. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing and serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure the oranges are organic or well-scrubbed since the peel is used in the cake.
  • The cake’s texture is dense and moist due to the absence of flour and presence of ground nuts and pureed oranges.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • This cake is naturally gluten-free and refined sugar-free, making it suitable for gluten-free diets.
  • If you want a vegan alternative, substitute eggs with flax eggs and honey with maple syrup.

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Keywords: Flourless cake, Orange pistachio cake, Gluten-free dessert, Almond flour cake, Honey sweetened cake, Citrus cake, Healthy cake recipe

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