Baked Orange Almond Cake with Honey Drizzle
A moist almond flour cake bursting with fresh orange zest and topped with a sweet honey drizzle, perfect for an elegant dinner party dessert. This mediterranean-inspired desserts (gluten free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs almond flour, granulated sugar, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh orange zest
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups almond flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly combined.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 4 large eggs with 2 tbsp fresh orange zest, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and frothy.
- Step 3: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until fully incorporated.
- Step 4: Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and pour the batter in, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle 1/4 cup sliced almonds evenly over the batter.
- Step 5: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: While the cake bakes, warm 1/4 cup honey gently in a small saucepan until thin and pourable.
- Step 7: Remove the cake from the oven and immediately brush the warm honey over the top to glaze. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Orange Almond Cake with Honey Drizzle take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Orange Almond Cake with Honey Drizzle?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep almond flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Orange Almond Cake with Honey Drizzle?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Orange Almond Cake with Honey Drizzle for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Baked Orange Almond Cake with Honey Drizzle gluten free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
