👩🍳 A healthy citrus explosion that brings back memories and nourishes the body!
You know that smell of cake of fit orange coming out of the oven that looks like a hug from childhood? Now imagine this in a modern, fit and even tastier version.
THE Fit Orange Cake with Drops of Flavor It is the perfect fusion between the traditional and the functional. With smart ingredients and a texture that would make any confectioner proud, this recipe was born to surprise.
It’s light, vibrant, and guilt-free indulgence. With every bite, you taste the freshness of the orange, the buttery touch of the coconut oil, the light crunch of the cacao nibs, and the subtle sweetness of the dates. All this without being heavy, gluten-free, or refined — just health and flavor in harmony.
📋 Recipe Information
| 🕒 Preparation Time | 🍽️ Income | 🧁 Difficulty | 💰 Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45-55 minutes | 10 slices | Easy | R$ 20 to R$ 35 |
🥄 Fit Orange Cake Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 🍊 2 large oranges (juice and zest)
- 🥥 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 🥚 3 eggs
- 🍬 1/2 cup coconut sugar or xylitol
- 🌰 1 cup almond flour
- 🌾 1/2 cup oatmeal
- 🧁 1/4 cup sweet cassava starch
- 🌱 1 tablespoon chia (optional)
- 🎂 1 tablespoon baking powder
Flavor Drops:
- 🍫 2 tablespoons chopped 70% chocolate
- 🌴 2 tablespoons chopped dates
- 🍪 1 tablespoon of cocoa nibs
Coverage:
- 🥛 2 tablespoons of natural or vegan yogurt
- 🍯 1 teaspoon honey or agave
- 🍊 Orange zest for decoration
🔬 Nutritional Information (per slice – approx. 180 kcal)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 22g |
| Proteins | 4g |
| Fats Totals | 9g |
| Fibers | 3g |
| Natural Sugar | 6g |
| Sodium | 45mg |
⚡ Balanced energy for your day, ideal for snacks or even as a pre-workout!
👨🍳 Preparation Method (Step by Step)
1. Preparing the Dough:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Grease a pan with coconut oil or use parchment paper.
- In a blender, beat the orange juice, coconut oil, eggs and sugar until smooth.
- In a bowl, sift the flours (almonds, oats and tapioca flour). Mix in the chia.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula.
- Add the yeast last and mix gently.
2. Adding the Flavor Drops:
- Add the chocolate, dates and nibs to the dough, stirring gently.
3. Baking:
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes.
- Do the toothpick test: if it comes out clean, it's ready!
- Let cool for 10 minutes before unmolding.
4. Finishing with the Topping:
- Mix yogurt and honey/agave.
- Spread over the cooled cake.
- Finish with orange zest on top.
🍽️ Suggested Side Dishes
- 🧊 Iced green tea with lemon
- 🍃 Mint or lemongrass infusion
- 🍊 Yogurt with orange zest
🧠 Alternative Versions of Fit Orange Cake
| Restriction | Replacement |
|---|---|
| Vegan | Eggs with hydrated chia + vegan yogurt |
| Gluten free | Oatmeal for rice flour |
| Sugar Free | Xylitol for erythritol or natural sweetener |
| More Seasoned | Add cinnamon or ginger powder to the dough |
🚫 Common Mistakes
- Use orange with bitter peel: use only the aromatic part of the bark.
- Over-mixing the dough: This can make the cake heavy.
- Baking in a very hot oven: respect the time and temperature to avoid drying out.
- Overdoing the drops: balance is everything. Too much chocolate can overwhelm the dough.
🧊 Storage
- ❄️ Refrigerator: up to 5 days in a closed jar.
- 🧊 Freezing: separate slices for up to 2 months.
🧡 Recipe History
This recipe came from my longing for an orange cake my grandmother used to make. But I wanted to update that classic with the touch of my current routine: functional, refined, full of nourishing ingredients and, of course, with a dose of love. The drops of flavor came about as a whim — and ended up becoming the big difference!
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“Feed your body with health and your soul with flavors that awaken happiness.”
