Bright, zesty, and wonderfully moist, this vegan blood orange polenta cake is simply delicious. The natural sweetness and slight tartness of blood oranges give it a vibrant flavour, while polenta adds a unique texture with a subtle crunch. Enjoy it on its own or with a dollop of dairy-free yoghurt, cream, or ice cream.
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Vegan Blood Orange Polenta Cake: Moist & Scrumptious
Make the most of blood orange season with this irresistibly moist and delicious vegan polenta cake. Naturally gluten-free, it has a wonderfully light yet slightly crumbly texture, packed with the vibrant flavour of citrus. Whether you enjoy it as an afternoon treat or dessert, it is guaranteed to brighten up your day.
If you prefer an extra gooey polenta cake, you can make a simple syrup instead of adding the blood orange juice directly to the batter. To do this, reduce the sugar in the cake to 225g, then mix the blood orange juice with 125g of caster sugar to create a sweet, tangy drizzle. Once the cake is baked, prick small holes across the top and pour over the syrup while it’s still warm. This step infuses the cake with even more citrus flavour and keeps it beautifully moist.
No blood oranges to hand? No problem! You can easily swap them for regular oranges, which will still give you that lovely zesty kick. However you make it, this cake is a fuss-free, crowd-pleasing bake that’s as delicious as it is stunning.
Other Blood Orange Recipes To Try
- Jerusalem Artichoke, Walnut, Blood Orange & Rocket Salad
- Blood Orange & Rhubarb Jam
- Roasted Parsnip and Orange Salad
I hope you enjoy this vegan blood orange polenta cake recipe as much as I do. If you do make it, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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Blood Orange Polenta Cake [vegan]
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 2 chia eggs – 2 Tbsp ground chia seeds + 6 Tbsp of water
- 225 g dairy free butter
- 275 g caster sugar
- 225 g ground almonds
- 125 g polenta
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 Tbsp arrowroot powder
- 2 blood oranges
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the chia eggs by mixing ground chia seeds and water in a bowl. Set aside for 10 mins or so.2 chia eggs – 2 Tbsp ground chia seeds + 6 Tbsp of water
- Pre-heat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4.
- Grease a 23cm / 9 inches non-stick spring form cake pan with dairy free butter. Line the bottom of cake pan with greaseproof paper.
- Mix the butter and sugar together in a food processor until well blended and whipped.225 g dairy free butter, 275 g caster sugar
- In a separate bowl prepare the dry ingredients by mixing together ground almonds, polenta, salt, ginger, baking powder and arrowroot powder.225 g ground almonds, 125 g polenta, 1 tsp ground ginger, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 Tbsp arrowroot powder
- Grate the blood oranges' zest on a plate and juice them in a separate bowl.2 blood oranges
- Beat half of the chia eggs in the butter mixture, follow by half of the dry ingredients. Repeat with the remainder chia eggs and dry ingredients.
- Add the blood orange juice and zest.
- Put the food processor on its highest speed and beat vigorously for 3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and even out so that to have a flat surface.
- Bake for 30-40 mins. Cake is ready when a cake tester comes out clean.
- Leave to cool in its tin.
Nutrition
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Blood Orange Polenta Cake [vegan]
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