Tarta de Santiago: A Galician Almond Delight
Indulge in the enchantment of Spanish Tarta de Santiago, a Galician Almond Delight. Let the rich flavors of ground almonds, citrus zest, and a hint of cinnamon transport you to the captivating world of Galicia. Experience the captivating history and create your own tale with every bite of this exquisite dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Ground almonds
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ tsp Ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a round 9-inch (23 cm) cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds, granulated sugar, lemon zest, orange zest, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are slightly frothy. Add the beaten eggs to the almond mixture and stir until you have a thick, smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake has cooled, place a St. James Cross stencil (you can print one online) on top of the cake and dust generously with powdered sugar. Gently remove the stencil to reveal the design.
- The Tarta de Santiago is traditionally served at room temperature. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
This delicious almond cake is a classic dessert from Spain, often served with a cup of coffee or a glass of sweet dessert wine. Enjoy your Tarta de Santiago!