Almond Flour Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   To prepare the almond flour cake, place the butter in a bowl and melt it in the microwave for a few seconds (alternatively, you can melt it in a double boiler). In a bowl, also place the chocolate chips (you can use the same amount of chopped chocolate).

2. 2

   Melt them together in the same way, in the microwave for 4 minutes, or in a double boiler. Now, pour the melted butter into the melted chocolate and mix well.

3. 3

   In a bowl, combine the eggs and sugar, then whisk with an electric mixer until you obtain a light and fluffy mixture. At this point, pour in the chocolate and butter mixture.

4. 4

   Now, incorporate the almond flour, starch, and sifted baking powder.

5. 5

   Mix again with the whisk until the flours are well absorbed. Finally, flavor the batter with the grated orange zest.

6. 6

   Pour the mixture into a springform pan with a diameter of 20 cm, lined with baking paper. Distribute the batter evenly and level the surface with the back of a spoon, then sprinkle with almond slivers and bake in a preheated oven at 160°C for about 40 minutes.

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   To check for doneness, insert a toothpick, which should come out dry. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before removing it from the mold. When ready to serve, transfer it to a serving plate and dust with powdered sugar. Your almond flour cake is ready to be enjoyed!