Orange Almond Cake with Orange Icing

A moist and aromatic cake made with fresh orange juice and almond extract, topped with a smooth orange icing. The perfect treat for citrus lovers!
Portions:6
Preparation Time: 15 minuten
Cooking Time:24 minuten
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Equipment

Ingrediënten

  • tablespoons 18 g flax meal
  • 3 tablespoons 45 ml water
  • 1 cups 160 g whole wheat pastry flour
  • ½ cup 54 g finely ground toasted almonds
  • ½ cup 96 g raw sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ cup 180 ml fresh orange juice
  • ¼ cup 60 ml canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon pure orange extract
  • ½ teaspoon pure almond extract

For the icing:

  • ½ cup 60 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon 15 ml fresh orange juice

Instructies

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
  • Lightly coat an 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the flax meal and water.
  • Set aside to thicken.
  • In a large-size bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, sugar, cardamom, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • Whisk the fresh orange juice, canola oil, and both extracts into the flax mixture.
  • Carefully fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, being cautious not to overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for 24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Leave the cake in the pan for at least 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • To make the icing: In a medium-size bowl, combine the powdered sugar and orange juice (adding juice drop by drop).
  • Stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth and easily spreadable.
  • Once the cake is cool, apply the icing to the top using an icing spatula.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:
Serve with a light dusting of ground almonds or sliced fresh oranges for an extra burst of flavor.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a refreshing glass of chilled Prosecco.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 240 kcal | Carbohydrates: 32 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 11 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 14 g | Salt: 0.3 g
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Recipe Category Cake / Dessert / Snacks
Country International
Holliday: Valentinesday
Season: All seasons
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