Orange Almond Cake
A take on a classic cake found in Australian coffee houses, this cake has a not-too-sweet punch of citrus (along with a ton of fiber) that makes it a lovely treat for brunch or coffee and tea breaks
This recipe uses the Midtown Mix Almond Cake Mix. Be sure to explore other variations using this versatile mix.
Yield: One 8–9" cake
Prep time: ~20 minutes active + 40 minutes boiling
Bake time: 50–60 minutes
Supplies & Equipment:
8" or 9" round pan (cake pan, springform) or equivalent volume dish (such as 8" x 8" square pan)
Parchment paper (cut to fit pan)
Medium to large sauce pot
Blender or food processor with chopping blade
Ingredients:
2 whole, medium oranges (for example navel, Valencia, or Cara Cara, about 1 pound total)
6 large eggs
1 16oz package of Midtown Mix Almond Cake Mix
Preparation:
Step 1: Boil Oranges
Place oranges in a sauce pot with plenty of water.
Bring to a soft boil and cook for 40 minutes, turning them every 10 minutes to ensure all sides are cooked.
Add water as needed to prevent the pot from drying out.
Step 2: Prepare Oven and Pan
Once oranges are off the stove, preheat oven to 325°F. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment and grease the sides of the pan with oil.
Step 3: Process Oranges
Remove oranges from water and let cool until safe to handle.
Cut off stems and remove any seeds. Cut into pieces 1” pieces and blend in a food processor or blender until the texture resembles marmalade.
Step 4: Make batter
Add eggs to the blender or food processor and mix until combined. Add Midtown Mix Almond Cake Mix and blend again, scraping down the sides as needed, then blend once more until the batter is uniform and relatively smooth.
Step 5: Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean and edges are starting to pull away from the sides of the pan.
Step 6: Cool
Cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then run a knife along the edge to release and cool on a wire rack.
Tips & Serving Ideas:
Cake will stay moist for up to a week in the refrigerator or 3-4 days on the counter. Cover or wrap to maintain moisture and flavor
For clean slices, use a length of waxed, unflavored dental floss across the cake
Dust with powdered sugar for a finished look
Garnish with sliced oranges, edible flowers, mint sprigs, or berries
Serve with lightly sweetened whipped cream or plain full-fat yogurt
Drizzle with elderflower syrup for a floral finish