Description
A moist and flavorful Orange Olive Oil Cake made with almond flour, offering a tender crumb and zesty citrus flavor. Perfect for gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in olive oil, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar or serve as desired.
Notes
- For a stronger citrus flavor, add more zest or a splash of orange extract.
- Use a good-quality olive oil for best flavor.
- This cake can be made a day ahead—it gets more flavorful over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
