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Moist Whole Orange Cake Recipe (Paleo, Gluten Free)

(mydeliciousmeals.com)Alena Tarasevich

This Moist Orange Cake is bursting with citrusy flavor and has a soft, tender texture that’s both paleo and gluten-free.

Made with almond flour and sweetened with maple syrup, it’s a wholesome treat that’s naturally grain-free and refined sugar-free. The whole orange gives the cake its fresh orange flavor, while optional orange extract and turmeric add depth and vibrant color.

It’s the easiest homemade orange cake you’ll ever make, using simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry or can easily pick up at the grocery store.

Whether you’re taking advantage of citrus season or just love baking with fresh oranges, this is one of those cake recipes that could easily become your favorite cake. Perfect for a healthier dessert or afternoon snack!

Ingredients

1 orange (navel oranges work well here)
3 eggs
3/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup avocado oil
2 cups blanched almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon orange extract (optional, for more intense flavor)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric (optional, for more intense color)
powdered sugar (or confectioners' sugar, optional, for dusting)

Yield:

8-inch cake

Prep time:

10 minutes

Cook time:

50 minutes

Total time:

1 hour

Yield: 1 8-inch cake | Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 50 minutes | Total time: 1 hour

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Notes

Store cooled cake in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap in the fridge to keep it fresh. It's just as delicious the next day!

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Thoroughly wash and quarter orange, remove any seeds, and leave the orange peel on.
3. In a blender or a food processor, combine the quartered orange with the wet ingredients: eggs, maple syrup, and avocado oil. Then, add the dry ingredients - almond flour, baking powder, salt, turmeric and orange extract (if using). Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Ingredients for whole orange cake in a food processor on the left and blended orange cake batter in a food processor on the right.

Ingredients for whole orange cake in a food processor on the left and blended orange cake batter in a food processor on the right.

4. Line the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan.
Orange cake batter in a springform pan.

5. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
Baked golden-brown orange cake straight from the oven.

Baked golden-brown orange cake straight from the oven.

6. For best results, let the cake cool to room temperature in the pan before removing. If you prefer a warm cake, allow it to cool just slightly. Dust top of the cake with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.
Two pieces of homemade blender orange cake sprinkled with powdered sugar.

Two pieces of homemade blender orange cake sprinkled with powdered sugar.

Recipe Video

Shop products and ingredients I recommend for this recipe:

Almond Flour

Maple Syrup

Eggs

Avocado Oil

Baking Powder

Oranges

Powdered Sugar

Orange Extract

Turmeric

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