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Dessert: Almond Cake with Citrus Syrup

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Lemon

Health benefits of Almond Cake with Citrus Syrup

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Finely grated zest of 1 large lemon

Instructions

In a small nonreactive saucepan, combine the sugar, lemon juice and lemon zest with 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a boil over moderate heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Simmer over moderately low heat for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; let steep.
Preheat the oven to 325 °. Oil the bottom and sides of a 9-by-3-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper; oil the paper. Evenly coat the bottom and sides with the matzo meal, tapping out any excess. Refrigerate the pan.
In a large bowl, use a wooden spoon to mix together the granulated sugar, almonds, lemon zest and egg yolks.
In a large bowl, preferably copper, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. Stir one-quarter of the egg whites into the almond mixture to lighten it. Using a large rubber spatula, gently fold in the remaining egg whites in 3 additions.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake on the lowest shelf of the oven for about 1 hour, or until golden and a cake tester inserted in the center comes out dry. Let cool for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the cake. Remove the pan sides and invert the cake onto a wire rack. Peel off the parchment and let the cake cool to room temperature.
Reheat and strain the syrup. Transfer the cake to a plate and prick all over with a fork. Pour the syrup evenly over the cake and set aside at room temperature for at least 3 hours or overnight. Sift confectioners' sugar over the cake, if desired, and serve.

Almond Cake with Citrus Syrup

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12

Amount Per ONE Serving
Calories 0 kcal
Fat 0 g
Carbohydrate 0 g
Protein 0 g

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