Fondant a L Orange Orange Cake
Indulge in the zesty charm of Fondant à L’Orange, a moist and tender orange cake that bursts with vibrant citrus flavor in every bite. Perfectly balanced with the sweetness of granulated sugar and the nutty richness of ground almonds, this elegant dessert is elevated by the freshness of orange zest and freshly squeezed orange juice. With its soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a dusting of powdered sugar, this French-inspired cake is ideal for any occasion, from afternoon tea to celebratory gatherings. Ready in just an hour, it’s a crowd-pleasing treat that is as simple to prepare as it is show-stopping. Garnish with candied orange peels for an extra sophisticated touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 180 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Ground almonds (almond flour)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 oranges Orange zest
- 120 milliliters Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 15 grams Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20cm (8-inch) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Stir in the ground almonds.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract, ensuring the batter is fully incorporated but not overmixed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Optionally, garnish with thin orange slices or candied orange peels.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.3 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.4 g | 492% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1143 mg | 381% | |
| Sodium | 759 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 361.9 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 228.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.9 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1114 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
