Orange & Chia Seed Cake (serves 12)

This recipe was provided to us by our Facebook follower, Salome Safodien.

 

Ingredients:

2 oranges (tops removed; cut with a cross about 3cm deep)

6 eggs

250 g HCW Xylitol / Erythritol & Stevia Blend

250 g HCW Almond Flour / Macadamia Flour

3 tsp baking powder

2 tbsp HCW Chia Seeds (soaked)

 

Method:

1. Place the prepared oranges in boiling water and simmer for 50 minutes.
2. Remove from the water and puree whole oranges (including peel) in food processor until smooth.
3. In a large mixing bowl, mix the eggs and xylitol until light and fluffy.
4. Add the almond flour and baking powder. Mix until combined.
5. Stir in the orange puree and soaked chia seeds.
6. Pour the mixture into a 22cm lined cake tin.
7. Bake at 160°C for 40-50 minutes until firm, but still moist.
8. Leave to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then turn onto a wire rack to cool.