Folar Cake
Are you looking for the next show-stopping dessert to add to your baking repertoire? Look no further than the delightful Folar Cake. This traditional Portuguese treat is a deliciously rich and buttery cake that is perfect for serving with a cup of tea or coffee, or as a sweet ending to any meal. With a tender crumb and a hint of citrus, this Folar Cake is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan and set it aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
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Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, orange zest, and lemon zest until smooth.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Gently fold in the chopped almonds until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake the Folar Cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the cake has cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.
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Slice the Folar Cake and serve it with your favorite hot beverage for a delightful treat that everyone will love.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice- Calories
- 280 kcal
- Total Fat
- 12 g
- Saturated Fat
- 6 g
- Cholesterol
- 90 mg
- Sodium
- 250 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 38 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 1 g
- Sugars
- 20 g
- Protein
- 5 g
So, the next time you're in the mood for a homemade dessert that is both delicious and easy to prepare, give this Folar Cake recipe a try. Your taste buds will thank you, and your friends and family will be impressed by your baking skills. Enjoy every bite of this delightful treat!