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Orange Almond Cake

Orange Almond Cake Recipe

A soft, moist, and zesty orange almond cake packed with fresh citrus flavor and nutty richness. Naturally gluten-free and perfect for tea time or dessert. Simple ingredients, easy steps, and bakery-style results at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mediterranean / European
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a cake pan
  2. Whisk eggs and sugar until light and smooth
  3. Add melted butter, orange juice, zest, and vanilla extract and mix well
  4. Stir in almond flour, baking powder, and salt until combined
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set
  7. Cool completely before slicing and serving

Notes

Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor
Do not overmix the batter to keep cake soft
Let the cake cool fully to avoid crumbling
Optional: dust with powdered sugar or top with almonds
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