Tarta De Santiago (traditional Catalan Almond Cake)
Tarta de Santiago, also known as the Traditional Catalan Almond Cake, is a delicious dessert that originates from the Catalan cuisine. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion and is often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or a glass of sweet wine.
Ingredients
- 3 cups almond flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, granulated sugar, eggs, almond extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 55 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 280 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 7g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowl Spatula Wire rack
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Tarta de Santiago with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
Tips & tricks
For an extra special touch, decorate the top of the cake with a stencil of the Cross of Saint James before dusting with powdered sugar.
Cost
$10