Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Fondant Amande & Fleur d’Oranger, a luscious almond cake infused with delicate notes of orange blossom. With its airy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, this cake is perfect for an afternoon treat or a light dessert after dinner. The subtle floral aroma enhances the nutty flavor of almonds, making every bite a heavenly delight. Not only is this cake simple to prepare, but it also stays moist for up to three days. Transform this treat with different flavoring options to suit your taste. Elevate your dessert game with this exquisite recipe and delight your loved ones!
Ingredients
- 200 g farine d’amande
- 150 g sucre
- 4 œufs
- 100 g beurre
- 1 c. à café eau de fleur d’oranger
- 1/2 c. à café levure chimique
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) round cake pan with melted butter. Optionally, dust with flour to ensure easy release.
- In a bowl, whisk together the almond flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- In a separate large bowl, melt the butter and then add the eggs. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in the orange blossom water carefully.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 77 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 83 mg
Keywords: To prevent the cake from becoming dense, ensure to fold the mixtures gently and avoid overmixing. You can replace orange blossom water with vanilla extract or any of your favorite flavorings for a variations. The cake pairs wonderfully with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of luxury.