Are you looking for a delicious and gluten-free dessert? If so, then you'll love this flourless pistachio and almond cake recipe. This cake is made with a combination of almond flour, pistachio flour, and sugar, and is flavored with pistachio extract and almond extract. It's incredibly moist and flavorful, with a dense and fudgy texture that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. It's also naturally gluten-free, making it a great option for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Whether you're looking for a special occasion dessert or a simple treat to enjoy with your family, this flourless pistachio and almond cake is sure to be a hit.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PISTACHIO & ALMOND CAKE, GLUTEN-FREE
Before starting this Pistachio and Almond Cake recipe, make sure you have organised all the necessary ingredients. For the batter: Pour the almond meal in the stand mixer recipient. Add the icing sugar... ... and the softened butter. Knead the ingredients in the food mixer, using the flat ...
Provided by recette de Chef Benoît
Categories Sweet Loaf Cakes
Time 45m
Yield 30 cubes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Before starting this Pistachio and Almond Cake recipe, make sure you have organised all the necessary ingredients.
- For the batter: Pour the almond meal in the stand mixer recipient.
- Add the icing sugar...
- ... and the softened butter.
- Knead the ingredients in the food mixer, using the flat beater.
- Add the whole eggs...
- ... and the pistachio paste.
- Combine again until fully incorporated and melted.
- Using a brush, coat all cavities of the mould with melted butter.
- Make sure the bottom and sides are coated with butter. For this recipe, I used a Flexipan silicone mould with 15 mini cubes.
- Fill the cavities up to 0.5cm from the rim. I recommend using a piping bag for an easier operation.
- Fill all cavities.
- Bake in a fan-assisted oven, preheated at 160°C (gas 3)...
- ... for 12 to 16 minutes. When cooked, remove from the oven...
- ... and leave to cool.
- Wait for the cubes to be cold...
- ... before releasing them from the mould.
- Place the pistachio and almond cake cubes on a baking sheet...
- ... and sprinkle with icing sugar (for a gluten free recipe). You can replace icing sugar with Codineige decorating sugar (please note that this sugar contains gluten).
FLOURLESS PISTACHIO AND ALMOND CAKE (GLUTEN-FREE)
An Ed Halmagyi "Fast Ed" recipe. Flourless cake made using ground pistachios and almonds. Gluten-free as it contains no flours and gluten-free ingredients
Provided by Jubes
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C Grease and line a 24 cm round cake tin.
- Place 200g pistachios in a blender and pulse until a fine crumb forms. Add the blended pistachios, almond meal, nutmeg, sugars and butter to a large bowl. Rub the mixture together with your fingertips to incorporate.
- Press half the mixture into the base of the lined tin.
- Add to the remaining mixture in the bowl - the eggs, yolk and yoghurt. Mix to combine.
- Add the 2nd layer of cake mixture to the tin and press inches.
- Scatter the cake with the remaining pistachios.
- Bake for 35 minutes, until golden, then cool on a wire rack.
- Serve with honey and extra yoghurt.
PISTACHIO CAKE (GLUTEN-FREE)
A nice plain cake to serve with coffee. Gluten and lactose free. From a vegetarian cookbook- The Vegetarian Little Big Book FOr a hint on shelling pistachios- see http://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=1960&dat=20021211&id=NbstAAAAIBAJ&sjid=FooFAAAAIBAJ&pg=5554,2867999
Provided by Jubes
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat your oen to 350°F or 180°C.
- Well grease a 9 inch/ 23 cm springform round baking pan.
- Boil a pot of water and then plunge the pistachios in for a quick 30 seconds. remove the pistachios- drain and then rub dry with a clean teatowel/kitchen towel. Peel off the pistachios 'skins'.
- Place the cleaned pistachios and sugar in a food processer and chop finely.
- Transfer the mix to a large bowl and add the egg yolks. lemon zest, baking powder, cornstarch, baking soda (bicarb) and the salt. Stir to combine.
- In a seperate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the egg whites into the pistachio mixture.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
- bake 20-30 mins or until cooked through. you can use a toothpick or fine skewer to check it comes out clean. Place back in the oven for up to another 10 minutes if required.
- Cool the cake in the tin for 15 minutes. Remove from the tin and then cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.9, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 63.5, Sodium 179, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 21.5, Protein 5.7
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final product, so be sure to use the best you can find. This means using fresh, flavorful nuts, butter, and sugar.
- Measure your ingredients accurately: This is essential for ensuring that your cake turns out perfectly. Use a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients, as this is the most accurate method.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your cake tough, so be careful not to overmix it. Mix the batter until just combined.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This is important for ensuring that the cake bakes evenly. Preheat your oven to the desired temperature before you start baking the cake.
- Let the cake cool before serving: This will allow the cake to set and develop its full flavor. Let the cake cool for at least 1 hour before serving.
Conclusion:
This flourless pistachio and almond cake is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is gluten-free, making it a great option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. The cake is also relatively easy to make, making it a great choice for home bakers of all skill levels. With its rich, nutty flavor and moist, tender texture, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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