🍊 Soft & easy clementine cake (winter recipe)
Published on • By Lou
Quick answer: For a moist, fragrant, and easy clementine cake, simply mix PGI Corsican clementines (whole or zested), almond powder, eggs, a little yogurt, and bake gently. The result: a golden, melt-in-the-mouth cake with a natural 🍊 fragrance that brightens up winter! Ideal for afternoon tea, brunch, or a vitamin-packed dessert.
🧺 Ingredients (for 6 people)
-
🍊 3
untreated Corsican clementines -
🥚 3
eggs -
🍶 100 g
plain yogurt (or cottage cheese) -
🌰 100 g
almond powder -
🥄 120 g
brown sugar or brown sugar -
🌾 120 g
wheat flour (or half semi-wholemeal) -
🧈 60 g
melted butter (or neutral oil) -
🥄 1/2 bag
baking powder -
🧂 1 pinch
salt -
🍋 option
organic lemon zest
💡 Favor Corsican IGP clementines for their exceptional flavor ( all you need to know about clementines ).
👩🍳 Preparation – step by step
Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan-assisted if possible). Butter or oil a 20cm round or loaf pan.
Wash the clementines thoroughly, then dry them. Finely grate the zest of 2 fruits and set aside. Peel them, remove the seeds, then blend the flesh into a fine purée (or mash with a fork for more texture).
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture whitens. Add the yogurt, clementine puree, zest, then the almond flour, flour, baking powder, and finally the melted butter. Mix until you have a smooth, delicious batter 🥰.
Pour the batter into the mold. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes : the cake should be golden brown and springy to the touch. Check the cooking with the blade of a knife; it should come out clean.
Let cool for 10 minutes in the mold, then turn out onto a wire rack. Enjoy warm or cold, with tea or coffee ☕. A real ray of winter sunshine!
🌱 Tips for a foolproof clementine cake
- 🍊 For an intense flavor , use the whole clementine (without the seeds), including the thin skin — it's the secret to its softness and flavor!
- 🥗 Want an even more moist cake? Add 1 tablespoon of mascarpone or ricotta to the batter.
- 🔥 For a shiny crust, coat it straight out of the oven with clementine syrup (juice + heated sugar).
- 🌾 Replace some of the flour with hazelnut powder or spelt flour for a delicious twist.
- 🤩 Decorate with candied clementine segments or a few flaked almonds before baking.
- ⏳ It keeps for 3 days easily, under cover, and remains soft. Perfect for a snack or breakfast!
- 🌍 This cake features Corsican clementines , known for their sweetness and unique flavor.
❓ FAQ – Moist and easy clementine cake
🍊 Can the whole clementine be used in the cake?
Yes! That's the magic of this recipe: the thin skin of the Corsican clementine gives it a delicious aroma and softness. Make sure to remove the seeds and choose organic or untreated fruit.
🥄 How to make the cake even more fragrant?
Add a little lemon zest, a hint of orange blossom, or a pinch of cinnamon! You can also drizzle the cake with clementine syrup right out of the oven to boost the flavor.
🔥 Can this cake be prepared in advance?
Absolutely! It stays moist for several days under cover. You can even freeze it sliced. For brunch, prepare it the night before for a sunny morning ☀️.
🥗 Which clementine should I choose?
Corsican PGI clementines are ideal: juicy, fragrant, and untreated after harvest. Discover their story here !
Discover the private sale of 5kg Corsican clementines or order a box of clementines directly.
Want to know everything about the fruit? Discover all the secrets of the clementine on our blog.
Origin: clementine from Corsica PGI
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