Happy Saturday guys!
I am so excited to share with you today’s recipe! It is one of those recipes you try and instantly fall in love with! In this case, the whole family did! I can honestly say this has easily become one of our favourite cakes, if not THE most favourite.
We finished it in no time and enjoyed it not only for dessert but for breakfast and snack as well.
I intentionally used less sugar than usual so it doesn’t turn too sweet. But if you prefer a really sweet flavour, I’d say to go with 200g of sugar.
Today, we’re celebrating the vibrant and tangy flavor of blood oranges with a recipe that is sure to become a favorite—The Best Blood Orange Cake. Bursting with citrusy goodness and crowned with a luscious glaze, this cake is a true showstopper. Join us as we dive into the world of baking and uncover the secrets to creating this irresistible citrus delight.
What really elevates the flavours for me is the ground almonds. I really love how they taste in cakes and seems like all cake made with them are on my top list.
What you need:
- plain floour
- almond flour
- butter
- eggs
- sugar
- baking powder
- extra virgin olive oil
- yoghurt
- orange essence
- blood oranges
Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea on a lazy afternoon or served as the grand finale to a special meal, The Best Blood Orange Cake is a true showstopper. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in this citrus delight. Your taste buds will thank you!
Here’s how to make this The Best Blood Orange Cake
Ingredients:
- 180g plain flour
- 200g almond flour
- 3 eggs
- 150ml yoghurt
- 120ml olive oil
- 150g sugar
- 2tsp baking powder
- pinch of salt
- grated zest of 1 blood orange
- 1tsp orange essense
- 2 blood oranges, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2tbsp butter
- 2tbsp sugar
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 180C.
- In a bowl, mix all the dry ingredients together. In a separate bow, mix all the wet ingredients.
- Finally, combine all together to a smooth consistency.
- Melt the butter and 2tbsp of sugar.
- Arrange the sliced blood orange pieces at the bottom and sides of a loaf mould and pour over the melted butter and sugar.
- Pour over the cake mixture and bake in the oven for about 40 minutes.
- Once cooked, leave on a side to completely cool down, turn upside down, slice and serve!
Enjoy!
Congratulations! You’ve just mastered the art of creating The Best Blood Orange Cake—a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious. With its moist crumb, vibrant citrus flavour, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends.
I hope you guys love this recipe as much as we did!
Stay tuned for more quick, easy and tasty seasonal recipes coming soon.
Meanwhile, have a super tasty and relaxing weekend!
P.S. Spring is just around the corner so expect lots of Spring recipes with seasonal fruit and veggies, that are quick, easy and super tasty!
