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    24th February 2020 Desserts and Baking

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    Almond Flour Orange Cake - Orange Traybake

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    Almond Flour Orange Cake - Orange Traybake - This is a lovely, simple sticky orange traybake recipe. It makes the most perfect tea time treat. You’ll love the citrus orange flavour. Soft and fluffy  with a tender crumb, it is so beautifully melt-in-the-mouth moist. This is a quick and easy recipe that will be ready to eat in under 40 minutes.

    Orange cake sliced with almonds and crystallised oranges on top

    Almond Flour Orange Cake - Orange Traybake

    This Orange Cake is one of my emergency quick and easy cake recipes. It is something I can get in the oven super quickly when I’m short on time. 

    The “secret ingredient” in this is ground almonds. Ground almonds always make cakes super moist and delicious.

    Ingredients in Sticky Orange traybake

    Detailed measurements and instructions can be found below but here are the basic ingredients:

    Flour

    Self raising flour or plain flour will work. If using plain flour, you will need to increase the quantity of baking powder. I usually go for 1 tsp baking powder per 110g plain flour. In this recipe around 3/4 tsp will work.

    Ground Almonds or Almond Flour

    For a moist sponge.

    Leavening agents

    Baking powder is needed for a lift.

    Citrus

     Orange zest and juice adds a citrus zing. Crystallised Orange pieces are used on top of the cake.

    Oil

    A mild flavoured oil is best here.

    Sugar

    Just plain old caster sugar works. You can use light brown sugar too.

    Salt

    A pinch of salt in cakes is always a good idea.

    Eggs

    Helps to bring the ingredients together and add some lift.

    Flaked Almonds 

    These add texture and flavour. 

    How To Make Almond Flour Orange Cake

    Prepare the oven: Preheat oven to 180 C/GM 4. Grease and line a baking tin.

    Combine the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine together the flour, grounds almonds,  salt, baking powder, sugar and zest. 

    Dry ingredients in a bowl

    Whisk in the oil, juice and eggs: Mix well until no lumps remain.

    Dry ingredients with oil and eggs

    Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared tin and top with flaked almonds and crystallised oranges. Bake 30 minutes. 

    Cake topped with crystallised orange and flaked almonds

    Finish the cake: Let the cake cool in the tin before slicing and serving.

    Sticky Orange Cake in tray with sliced oranges and flaked almonds on top

    Tips for making Almond Flour Orange Cake - Orange Traybake

    Cooling Time

    I’ve found that they key to ensuring this cake stays nice and moist is really giving it some time to cool down on your counter. Allow it to sit for as long as you can wait!

    If you can wait long enough I find that this cake is even better the next day.

    Prepare the fruit

    If you’re not using organic lemons or oranges, I recommend washing them in warm water. Warm water melts the wax layer that protects the fruit and dissolves any chemicals with which it has been sprinkled.

    How to make Orange Traybake ahead of time

    If you’d like to make this just a few days in advance, store the cake on the counter in a airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Can this cake be frozen?

    If you need to make well ahead and store in the freezer, allow to cool completely first.

    Then wrap the cake tightly in a double layer of cling film, then foil before placing in a large ziploc bag, be sure to press out as much of the air in the bag as possible before sealing.

    This method will keep your cake fresh for up to 2 months. To thaw you’ll want to keep it wrapped in foil as it thaws on your counter for up to 3 hours. You can also thaw in the fridge for 8 hours. 

    Craving more citrus? Try these delicious recipes:

    • Chocolate Orange and Honey Cake – Dairy Free, Gluten Free
    • Vegetable and Herby Citrus Quinoa Salad
    • One tray Herb and Citrus Chicken with Potatoes
    • Oven Baked Salmon

    I used a combination of recipes to research this traybake - One from Nancy Birtwhistle, One from Ottolenghi and One from Filippo Berio.

    **If you make this recipe, do leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from you guys and it helps me to understand what you enjoy and provide the best content for you!**

    Orange cake sliced with almonds and crystallised oranges on top
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    Almond Flour Orange Cake - Orange Traybake

    Almond Flour Orange Cake - Orange Traybake - Just a lovely, simple Sticky orange traybake recipe – the perfect tea time treat. You’ll love the citrus orange flavour. Soft and fluffy orange traybake with a tender crumb, it is so beautifully melt-in-the-mouth moist. This is a simple cake that you can whip up at short notice. 

    Course Baking, Baking/Dessert, Traybake
    Cuisine british
    Keyword Blood Orange Cake, Orange almond cake, Sheetpan cake, Traybake
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 574 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    • 75 g Self Raising Flour
    • 150 g Almond Flour
    • Pinch Salt
    • 200 g Caster Sugar
    • 2 Oranges (Zest of both and juice of 1/2)
    • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
    • 200 ml Oil A mild flavoured oil
    • 4 large Eggs
    • 1 tbsp Flaked Almonds
    • 10 Crystalised Orange slices Optional

    Syrup

    • 70 ml Orange Juice Around 2 Oranges
    • 3 tbsp Caster Sugar

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas Mark 4. Grease and line a tray with greaseproof paper.

    2. Stir together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, ground almonds and orange zest.

    3. Make a well in the middle and add the oil, orange juice and eggs. Mix well until smooth. Pour into the tray and top with the almonds and crystalised orange pieces. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes, until a skewer comes out clean.

    4. Whilst the cake is baking, make the syrup by heating the orange juice and sugar in a pot until boiling and the sugar is dissolved, then set aside. When the cake comes out of the oven, brush the syrup liberally over the hot cake.

    Recipe Notes

    Tips for making the best Orange Cake

    Cooling Time

    I’ve found that they key to ensuring this cake stays nice and moist is really giving it some time to cool down on your counter. Allow it to sit for as long as you can wait!

    If you can wait long enough I find that this cake is even better the next day.

    Prepare the fruit

    If you’re not using organic lemons or oranges, I recommend washing them in warm water. Warm water melts the wax layer that protects the fruit and dissolves any chemicals with which it has been sprinkled.

    How to make ahead

    If you’d like to make this just a few days in advance, store the cake on the counter in a airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Can this cake be frozen?

    If you need to make well ahead and store in the freezer, allow to cool completely first.

    Then wrap the cake tightly in a double layer of cling film, then foil before placing in a large ziploc bag, be sure to press out as much of the air in the bag as possible before sealing.

    This method will keep your cake fresh for up to 2 months. To thaw you’ll want to keep it wrapped in foil as it thaws on your counter for up to 3 hours. You can also thaw in the fridge for 8 hours. 

    Nutrition Facts
    Almond Flour Orange Cake - Orange Traybake
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 574 Calories from Fat 333
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 37g57%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Cholesterol 105mg35%
    Sodium 67mg3%
    Potassium 125mg4%
    Carbohydrates 41g14%
    Fiber 3g13%
    Sugar 5g6%
    Protein 9g18%
    Vitamin A 244IU5%
    Vitamin C 22mg27%
    Calcium 84mg8%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

     

     

     

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    1. Tonje says

      February 25, 2020 at 11:02 am

      5 stars
      This is so good! Absolutely love it! Will definitely make it again.

      Reply
      • Safira says

        February 25, 2020 at 11:51 am

        Fab! Glad you enjoyed it. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Dannii says

      February 25, 2020 at 12:13 pm

      5 stars
      I love any kind of orange dessert and this looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Safira says

        February 26, 2020 at 6:39 am

        Thank you Danii. 🙂

        Reply
    3. kim says

      February 25, 2020 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! It was so easy and tasty! Will definitely be making again and again!

      Reply
      • Safira says

        February 26, 2020 at 6:39 am

        Great to hear. Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Mirlene says

      February 25, 2020 at 2:02 pm

      5 stars
      The closeup shots made me crave anything orange so much. Delicious, great looking and just what I would enjoy this week!

      Reply
      • Safira says

        February 26, 2020 at 6:38 am

        Thank you. Hope you love it.

        Reply
    5. Jen says

      February 25, 2020 at 2:02 pm

      5 stars
      I may have to hide a piece of this cake to get a chance to try it the next day because I'm pretty sure it'll get eaten immediately. Looks fantastic!

      Reply
      • Safira says

        February 26, 2020 at 6:38 am

        Ha! It really does disappear rather quickly. I hide my slice!

        Reply
    6. Shelley says

      July 27, 2020 at 9:39 am

      Hi. What size baking tin is best?

      Reply
      • Safira says

        July 27, 2020 at 11:41 am

        Hi
        I use a 26 x 19 cm one. Something like this 🙂

        Reply

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