Best 4 Amazing Orange Almond Pound Cake Gluten Free Recipes

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Are you searching for the ultimate gluten-free orange almond pound cake recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting an extraordinary orange almond pound cake that's not only gluten-free but also bursting with flavor and texture. Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your friends and family with its irresistible charm.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

UPSIDE-DOWN ORANGE-ALMOND CAKE (GLUTEN-FREE)



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This is my very favorite gluten-free cake base. I use it all the time. I've made it into lovely layer cakes, Boston cream pie, perfect petit fours and every upside-down fruit cake that you can imagine. The key to its perfectly tender, buttery crumb is almond flour, my secret weapon for gluten-free baking.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons honey
Pinch kosher salt
3 oranges, such as navel or Cara Cara
1 1/2 cups almond flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
4 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the oranges: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper; butter the parchment.
  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sugar, honey and salt and cook until the sugar has melted and turned golden brown, swirling the pan, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully transfer the mixture to the prepared cake pan.
  • Cut the top and bottom off of each orange. Then cut the skin and pith off of each orange by slicing from top to bottom, following the curve of the fruit. Slice the oranges into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Layer the rounds on top of the caramel in the cake pan. Set aside.
  • For the cake batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt. In another medium bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the egg yolks and vanilla. Add the almond flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat to combine. The batter will be stiff.
  • In a clean bowl with clean beaters, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until they form medium-stiff peaks, about 2 minutes. Stir in about a third of the egg whites into the almond mixture to loosen it, then gently fold in the remaining whites. Transfer the batter to the pan with the oranges and smooth the top. Bake until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, 40 to 45 minutes. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack 10 minutes. Carefully flip the cake onto a serving plate. Serve warm or room temperature.

GLUTEN-FREE ORANGE ALMOND CAKE WITH ORANGE SAUCE



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A moist and light orange flavored gluten-free cake that can be served alone with light yogurt for afternoon tea, or add the orange sauce for a decadent dessert!

Provided by Kylie Veale

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs, separated
⅔ cup white sugar
¼ cup rice flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup orange juice
1 ½ cups finely ground almonds (almond meal)
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 cups white sugar
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
½ cup butter
4 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 10 inch springform pan with cooking spray, and dust with rice flour.
  • In a large bowl, whip egg yolks with 2/3 cup of sugar until thick and pale using an electric mixer. This will take about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice flour and orange juice, then fold in the almond meal and cinnamon.
  • In a separate glass or metal bowl, whip 3 egg whites until they can hold a stiff peak. Fold into the almond mixture until well blended. Pour into the prepared pan, and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack. Run a knife around the outer edge of the cake to help remove it from the pan.
  • To make the orange sauce, cream together the butter and 2 cups of white sugar in a medium bowl. Stir in the cream, and place the dish over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir in orange juice and zest. Whip 4 egg whites in a separate bowl until soft peaks form. Fold into the orange sauce. Spoon over the cake and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.1 calories, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 91.5 mg, Sugar 48.2 g

ORANGE ALMOND CAKE (GLUTEN FREE)



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I have tried many citrus cakes and finally found one that is awesome in texture and flavour. This is the most amazing, simple, foolproof cake. I have made it many, many times, and it has never failed. Sometimes I use lemons, or limes and weigh them to ensure they equal the orange volume/weights. I used it as a gluten free option at our daughter's wedding along with her wedding cake. ENJOY!!! Kiwi Trish

Provided by office

Categories     Dessert

Time 17m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 large oranges
500 g white sugar
6 large eggs
500 g almond meal

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to the boil, add the oranges, cover and simmer for one hour.
  • Stain off the water. Cool the oranges. If you are in a hurry, I suggest you partly cool them -- (this will still work).
  • While they are cooling, food process the sugar with the eggs until the sugar is dissolved and pour into a bowl.
  • Cut the oranges in half and de-seed them and put the oranges (with peel and pith) into a food processor and pulp until reasonably smooth.
  • Pour the pulp into the sugar/egg mix and add the almond meal. Gently mix together.
  • Pour mix into baking paper lined 24 - 26cm springform tin and bake for 50 - 60 minutes at 185°C.
  • Serve with creme fraiche, whipped cream, or vanilla ice-cream -- makes an awesome dessert. You could drizzle a little citrus liqueur around the plate.
  • Added thoughts -- This cake DOES NOT need any syrup poured over it.
  • NB.Simply double this recipe to get two large cakes. It is just as successful.
  • Occasionally, I will add a slurp of Grand Marnier, Contreau, or Galliano; however, try it plain initially.

AMAZING ORANGE ALMOND POUND CAKE (GLUTEN-FREE)



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A recipe I need to try! Looks scrumptious. From here: http://glutenfreeincleveland.blogspot.com/2009/02/amazing-orange-almond-pound-cake.html Sorry for the weird flour measurements, Zaar is silly sometimes.

Provided by Andrew Mollmann

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 slices, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

8 tablespoons butter
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, room temperature
1/3-1/2 cup grated orange zest (depending on how you like your orange flavor)
1/2 cup brown rice flour
2 tablespoons brown rice flour
2 teaspoons brown rice flour
3 1/2 tablespoons potato starch
1 tablespoon tapioca starch
2 teaspoons tapioca starch
1/2 cup almond meal
1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk (slightly less than)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup orange juice (start with less)
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 -2 tablespoon orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease and flour a loaf pan.
  • Combine buttermilk, orange juice and vanilla in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Sift together flours, almond meal, xanthum gum, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set the dry ingredient mixture aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream sugar and butter (beat with electric mixer about 3 minutes, until fluffy).
  • Beat in eggs - one at a time - and chase it with the orange zest. Alternate adding the wet and dry ingredient mixtures to the batter, starting and ending with the flour.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45 - 50 minutes, or until a tooth pick comes out clean.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and let stand for at least five minutes.
  • Turn the pan over on a plate or rack. While the cake cools an additional five minutes, make the orange vanilla syrup.
  • In a small pot, combine sugar, orange juice, and vanilla. Heat on medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes a little thick (about three minutes). Spoon some or all of the mixture on top of the cake.
  • When you're ready to serve: in a small bowl, mix 1 - 2 Tablespoons of orange juice with the powdered sugar to form a thick orange glaze. Drizzle some or all on top of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.5, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 84, Sodium 315.3, Carbohydrate 57.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 41.5, Protein 4.9

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, measure and prepare all ingredients. This will ensure a smooth baking process.
  • Use Fresh Oranges: For the best flavor, use ripe, juicy oranges. The zest and juice add a vibrant citrus taste to the cake.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar Properly: Creaming butter and sugar together until light and fluffy is essential for a moist and tender cake.
  • Add Eggs One at a Time: Gradually add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This prevents the batter from curdling.
  • Incorporate Dry Ingredients Gradually: Add the dry ingredients in batches, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
  • Fold in Orange Zest and Almonds: Gently fold in the orange zest and chopped almonds to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
  • Bake at the Right Temperature: Preheat the oven to the correct temperature before baking. This ensures even cooking and prevents the cake from over-browning.
  • Use a Bundt Pan: A Bundt pan creates a beautiful shape and allows for even heat distribution during baking.
  • Cool Completely before Glazing: Let the cake cool completely before applying the glaze. This helps the glaze set properly and prevents it from soaking into the cake.

Conclusion:

The gluten-free orange almond pound cake is a delightful treat that combines the flavors of citrus, almonds, and a hint of vanilla. The moist, tender crumb and sweet glaze make it a perfect dessert for any occasion. With its vibrant orange color and nutty texture, this cake is sure to impress your guests. Remember to follow the tips provided to ensure a successful baking experience. Enjoy this delicious gluten-free treat with your loved ones!

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