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Greek Almond Cake

Delicious Greek Almond Cake: A Moist Mediterranean Treat

Experience the delightful flavors of Greek Almond Cake, a gluten-free treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups ground almonds or almond flour for lighter texture
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar may substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 3 large eggs or replace with flaxseed meal or applesauce for vegan
  • 1/2 cup olive oil or Greek yogurt for richer texture
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Sugar Syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Greek Almond Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with olive oil, then dust with flour.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground almonds, all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt, whisking until well mixed.
  3. In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, eggs, and olive oil until smooth. Fold in orange juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined to maintain a light texture.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden, using a toothpick to check doneness.
  6. Prepare the sugar syrup by combining granulated sugar, water, cinnamon stick, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat until dissolved.
  7. After baking, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a serving plate. Pour warm syrup over the cake.
  8. Once cooled completely, slice the cake and serve, optionally garnishing with powdered sugar or slivered almonds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Greek Almond Cake is gluten-free and can be customized with various toppings and mix-ins for a personalized treat.

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