Jul 14 2026
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Sicilian Almond Cake Recipe

Inspired by ZINC New Haven
Time1h
Serves8

Almond Olive Oil Cake / Whipped Sheep’s Milk Ricotta / Local Honey

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Beat the Eggs

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    Gradually add the olive oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the egg mixture, mixing until smooth.

  5. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

  6. 6

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Cool the Cake

    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

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