MOROCCAN ORANGE AND ALMOND CAKE
A moist, flourless cake, using semolina and ground almonds instead. Dust the cake with confectioner's sugar, serve accompanied by strained, plain yoghurt and drizzle the remaining orange syrup around. Decorate with the reserved orange rind and sprigs of mint From the book "Perfect Baking" published by Parragon in 2008.
Provided by gemini08
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 slices, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grate the rind from the orange, reserving some for decoration and squeeze the juice from one half.
- Place butter,orange rind and sugar in a bowl and beat together until light and fluffy, gradually beat in eggs.
- In a seperate bowl, mix the semolina, ground almonds and baking powder, then fold in the creamed mixture with the orange juice. Spoon the batter into a greased and base - lined pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven @ 350F, for 30 to 40 minutes or until well risen and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- To make the syrup:.
- Place the orange juice, sugar and cardamom pods in a pan over low heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil and let simmer for ca. 4 minutes or until syrupy.
- Turn the cake out into a deep serving dish.
- Using a skewer, make holes over the surface of the warm cake.
- Strain the syrup into a separate bowl and spoon 3/4 of it over the cake.
- Dust with confectioners sugar and cut into slices.
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Jennifer Kunkel
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe and the cake turned out delicious. I'll definitely make it again.
milan karki
[email protected]I've never been a fan of orange cakes, but this one changed my mind. The orange and almond flavors are perfectly balanced and the cake is so moist. I'll definitely be making this again!
Zeshan Ali
[email protected]This is the best orange cake I've ever had! The almond flavor is subtle but really adds to the cake. I will definitely be making this again.
Uxman Mani
[email protected]The cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I might try adding some extra oil or butter next time.
Sultan Sulaiman Joyan
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Nomi Meo
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange and almond flavors are perfect together. My guests raved about it!
Khadiza Amrin
[email protected]Wow! This cake is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the almonds add a wonderful crunch. Definitely a new favorite.
Cloudi Abrahams
[email protected]The cake didn't rise as much as I expected, but it still tasted delicious. I think I'll try it again with a bit more baking powder.
katrina hanson
[email protected]This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. Overall, a good recipe.
Naz naazz
[email protected]Just made this cake and it's a hit! So moist and flavorful. The orange and almond flavors really shine through.
Amnazulfiqar2014 Zulfiqar
[email protected]Followed the recipe to the letter and it turned out fantastic! The orange zest and almonds add a lovely dimension to the cake. A keeper!
sohag patwary
[email protected]I'm impressed by this Moroccan Orange and Almond Cake recipe! It's delightful. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange and almond flavors are phenomenal together. My family loved it!