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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This flourless cake has become a favorite at our house, Maryalice Wood writes from Langley, British Columbia. Now, those with wheat allergies don't have to pass on dessert. The orange and clove flavor is wonderful. Ingredients:
2 eggs, separated |
1/2 teaspoon plus 4 tablespoons sugar, divided |
1 tablespoon grated orange peel |
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
2/3 cup ground almonds, toasted |
1/4 teaspoon confectioners' sugar |
Directions:
1. Place egg whites in small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat a 6-in. round baking pan with cooking spray and sprinkle bottom and sides with 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Line pan with waxed paper and coat the paper; set aside.
2. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks for 2 minutes. Gradually beat in 2 tablespoons sugar. Add the orange peel, cloves and salt; beat 1 minute longer. Stir in almonds.
3. With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Stir a third of egg white mixture into almond mixture. Gradually fold in remaining egg whites. Spread evenly into prepared pan.
4. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack. Gently remove waxed paper. Cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Yield: 4 servings.
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