Description
This Flourless Apple Almond Cake with cardamom is a naturally gluten-free dessert that’s moist, rich, and packed with warm, cozy flavor. Grated apples keep the crumb tender and juicy, while almond flour lends a nutty depth and light texture. The aromatic cardamom adds a subtle spiced twist, making this cake perfect for fall gatherings, afternoon coffee breaks, or anytime you crave something simple yet elegant. Plus, it’s a great alternative for those avoiding refined flour without giving up flavor or texture. Topped with a delicate apple glaze, this cake is both beautiful and satisfying. Easy to make, impossible to forget.
Ingredients
- 2 medium apples, peeled and grated (about 200g)
- 1 ½ cups almond flour (150g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (60g)
- ¼ cup fresh apple juice (60ml)
- Optional Glaze:
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (30g)
- 1 tablespoon fresh apple juice (15ml)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix the grated apples with the apple juice. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in the melted butter, vanilla, and the apple mixture.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake the apple almond cake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool fully.
- For the glaze (optional), whisk together powdered sugar, apple juice, and cinnamon. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut sugar for granulated sugar for a slightly caramel-like taste and lower glycemic index.
- If you’re out of cardamom, try a mix of cinnamon and nutmeg for a more traditional spiced cake.
- This gluten-free apple cake also works well as muffins — just reduce bake time to 18–20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European / Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Apple Almond Cake, Gluten-Free Apple Cake, Almond Flour Apple Cake, Flourless Apple Cake, Cardamom Cake, Apple Cake with Almond Flour, Fall Almond Cake