Almond Flour & Lemon Cake

There are more and more recipes now being published using almond flour in place of regular white flour. It is a healthier option as it’s a more natural product with less processing. Also it’s good for those who want to reduce their white flour and carb intake. Almond Flour is not the same as Ground Almonds. It’s finer so has a different texture. It adds a lovely flavour to any bake and cakes then to be less dense using almond flour.

You only need a bowl, a whisk and spoon to make this flour free, butter free delicious cake! And about 10 mins to get into the oven.

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Egg Yolk Sponge Cake

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A really simple and very handy recipe to have. Make it beforehand and keep in the freezer. This cake will bring you back to your childhood with the beautiful aroma! If you are following a butter/margarine free diet, then you can enjoy this cake with no worries.

It uses egg yolks and not the whole egg which is handy when you may have made pavlova and similar recipes and you’re not sure what to do with them. I make this sponge cake regularly and then freeze it. It doesn’t take long to defrost and always tastes perfect. A great one to have on standby for unexpected guests. Jam and a dusting of icing sugar is all you need.

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