Half-Orange Almond Cake
A citrusy almond cake with a honey-orange glaze, split into halves for a dramatic presentation. This italian-inspired recipe ready in about 75 minutes layers almond flour, granulated sugar, large eggs into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp (from 1/2 an orange) orange zest
- 1/4 cup (from 1/2 an orange) orange juice
- 1/2 cup (melted) butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Step 2: In a mixer, beat eggs, sugar, orange zest, and juice until pale and thick (about 5 minutes). Stir in almond flour and melted butter until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour batter into pan and bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Step 4: For glaze: Whisk honey, powdered sugar, and 2 tbsp orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over cake and slice into two equal halves for serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Orange Almond Cake take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (30 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Half-Orange Almond Cake?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Orange Almond Cake?
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 Half-Orange Almond Cake 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.
What goes well with Half-Orange Almond Cake?
Italian mains like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
