Soft and moist. Easy-to-make and gluten-free!

Name: Soft and moist. Easy-to-make and gluten-free!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 4 large eggs, divided; 3/4 cup (150 gr) sugar; 1 large orange, zest and juice (about 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable or extra virgin olive oil; 1/8 teaspoon almond extract (or orange extract), optional; 3 cups (300 gr) almond flour; 1/2 tablespoon baking powder; sliced almonds and powdered sugar for serving

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total: 50 minutes

Servings: 8

Author : Manuela Mazzocco

Soft and moist. Easy-to-make and gluten-free!

Ingredients

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4 large eggs, divided3/4 cup (150 gr) sugar1 large orange, zest and juice (about 1/2 cup)1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable or extra virgin olive oil1/8 teaspoon almond extract (or orange extract), optional3 cups (300 gr) almond flour1/2 tablespoon baking powdersliced almonds and powdered sugar for serving

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Instructions

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Step 1

Line or grease an 8 or 9-inch round springform round pan. Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, add the sugar and the egg yolks (save the egg whites in a separate bowl). Beat with a hand mixer (or by hand) until light and foamy.

Step 3

Add the orange zest, orange juice, oil, and almond extract (or orange extract) if using. Beat for two more minutes.

Step 4

Add the almond flour and baking powder, and mix until combined and smooth.

Step 5

Beat the egg whites in a separate bowl until firm. Fold into the cake batter.

Step 6

Pour into the prepared pan, level, and sprinkle with almond slices. Bake for about 40 minutes or until golden and set. Test with a toothpick for readiness. Let cool, remove from the pan and serve with powdered sugar.