Description
Flourless Orange Pistachio Cake is a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dessert that harmonizes the zesty brightness of oranges with the earthy richness of pistachios. This gluten-free cake, adorned with a luscious honey glaze, is perfect for any occasion—from casual get-togethers to festive celebrations. Its moist texture and stunning presentation make it a standout treat that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With easy preparation and a handful of simple ingredients, this cake is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a unique and flavorful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- For the glaze: 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Boil the rinsed oranges in water for an hour; drain.
- Blend the boiled oranges until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix blended oranges, honey, eggs, almond flour, ground pistachios, baking soda, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about one hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare glaze by simmering honey and orange juice until reduced by half.
- Cool the cake slightly before glazing; allow to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg