Lemon Torta Caprese
A bright and decadent twist on the classic Torta Caprese, featuring fresh lemons for a zesty flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Almond Flour
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 large Fresh Lemons (zest and juice)
- 1/2 cup Butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- Powdered Sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing and lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix the almond flour and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the eggs and beat the mixture until frothy and pale.
- Incorporate the zest and juice of fresh lemons, along with the melted butter.
- Finish by folding in the baking powder until just combined.
- Bake the torta for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then flip onto a cooling rack.
- Add powdered sugar dusting before serving.
Notes
Pair with fresh whipped cream or a scoop of lemon sorbet for an enhanced dessert experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lemon Torta Caprese, Italian dessert, light cake, lemon dessert, Torta Caprese twist