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Dolce Limone – A Heavenly Gluten-Free Italian Dessert

Discover the divine Dolce Limone - a heavenly gluten-free Italian dessert that combines the flavors of almond and lemon in an exquisite cake. Indulge your senses with this luscious creation and create a memorable experience for two.

🕒 20. Prep Time: 20 minutes 21. Cook Time: 30-35 minutes 22. Total Time: 50-60 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Italian

Allergens

Gluten, Dairy, Eggs, Soy (trace amounts)

Ingredients

  • 3. 1 cup almond flour 4. 1/2 cup granulated sugar 5. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 6. 1/4 cup cornstarch 7. 1 teaspoon baking powder 8. 1/2 teaspoon salt 9. 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 10. 1 large egg 11. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 12. 1/4 cup milk 13. 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 14. Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line an 8 inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, granulated sugar, butter, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, lemon zest, egg, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined. Gently fold in the lemon juice.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  4. To serve, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar and slice into two portions.

Chef’s Insight

This dessert showcases the versatility of almond flour and highlights the exquisite flavor of fresh lemon juice.

Notes

This dessert can be made vegan and nut-free by making appropriate substitutions.

Cultural or Historical Background

The Italian lemon groves have been cultivated for centuries, producing some of the finest lemons in the world.