Tarta de Santiago

Name: Tarta de Santiago
Prep time: PT20 minutes
Cook time: PT35-40 minutes
Total time: PT55-60 minutes
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Spain
Ingredients: 250 g Ground almonds (Finely ground almonds are preferred for a smoother texture. You can grind them yourself from whole almonds or buy pre-ground.); 250 g Granulated sugar; 4 undefined Large eggs (At room temperature for better incorporation.); 1 medium lemon Lemon zest (Zest from about 1 tablespoon. Ensure no white pith is included, as it can be bitter.); 1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon; for greasing pan Butter; for dusting pan All-purpose flour (Optional, for easier release. Can also use ground almonds for dusting.); for dusting undefined Powdered sugar (For the traditional Cross of Saint James decoration.); undefined undefined Cross of Saint James stencil (Can be made from parchment paper or cardboard.)

A traditional Galician flourless almond cake, famously decorated with the Cross of Saint James. This dense, moist cake is a perfect finale for any meal, especially after a long journey.

準備時間20 minutes

烹飪時間35-40 minutes

總計時間55-60 minutes

份量10

難度Easy

2 個編輯· Feb 8

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Tarta de Santiago - Spain traditional dish

🧂 食材

250 g Ground almonds(Finely ground almonds are preferred for a smoother texture. You can grind them yourself from whole almonds or buy pre-ground.)
250 g Granulated sugar
4 Large eggs(At room temperature for better incorporation.)
1 medium lemon Lemon zest(Zest from about 1 tablespoon. Ensure no white pith is included, as it can be bitter.)
1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
for greasing pan Butter
for dusting pan All-purpose flour(Optional, for easier release. Can also use ground almonds for dusting.)
for dusting Powdered sugar(For the traditional Cross of Saint James decoration.)
Cross of Saint James stencil(Can be made from parchment paper or cardboard.)

👨‍🍳 步驟

1
Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F). Grease a 23cm (9-inch) round cake pan with butter and lightly dust with flour or ground almonds, tapping out any excess.
⏱️ 5 minutes
2
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together. Beat vigorously with an electric mixer or a whisk for about 5-7 minutes, until the mixture is very thick, pale yellow, and forms ribbons when the whisk is lifted. This incorporates air and creates a lighter texture.
⏱️ 7 minutes
3
Add the ground almonds, lemon zest, and ground cinnamon to the egg mixture. Gently fold everything together using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can toughen the cake.
⏱️ 5 minutes
4
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. The batter will be quite thick.
⏱️ 2 minutes
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. The cake is done when it's golden brown on top, the edges are pulling away slightly from the sides of the pan, and a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
⏱️ 35-40 minutes
6
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Ensure the cake is fully cooled before decorating.
⏱️ 20 minutes (cooling)
7
Once completely cool, place the Cross of Saint James stencil in the center of the cake. Generously dust the entire cake with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve. Carefully lift the stencil to reveal the cross.
⏱️ 3 minutes

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💡 專業提示

✓The Cross of Saint James stencil is a traditional and iconic decoration for this cake.
✓This cake is naturally gluten-free, making it a great option for those with gluten sensitivities.
✓Expect a moist and dense crumb, characteristic of almond-based cakes.

✨ 創意點子

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Add the zest of half an orange along with the lemon zest for a citrusy twist.
A tablespoon of brandy or rum can be added to the batter for an extra layer of flavor.