Not everyone is aware that the combination of orange and coffee can give rise to a delectable dessert. Here’s a simple way to go about it.

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At times, whether it’s after a meal or a snack craving strikes, we often turn to consuming sweets. While it’s not entirely wrong to indulge in store-bought snacks during the week, preparing a homemade treat with available ingredients can be a healthier and more satisfying option.

Orange and coffee: the combination you never expected

The unexpected combination of oranges and coffee offers a delightful surprise in the form of a cake that is sure to delight your taste buds, making it an excellent dessert for gatherings with friends. Let’s dive into the recipe:

Orange and coffee: the unthinkable combination

Ingredients:

  • 3 nice-sized oranges
  • 3 eggs
  • 160 grams of sugar
  • 200 ml of vegetable oil
  • 200 ml of milk
  • Orange zest
  • 360 grams of flour
  • 1 sachet (approximately 10 grams) of baking powder
  • 15 grams of coffee
  • 1/2 spoonful of butter (for greasing)
  • 1/2 spoonful of flour (for greasing)
  • 300 ml of milk (for finishing)
  • Grated coconut (for finishing)
Orange and coffee: the unthinkable combination

Instructions:

  1. Peel and cut the fragrant oranges into small pieces, placing them in a bowl.
  2. Use an immersion blender to blend the oranges.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine three eggs with 160 grams of sugar and 200 ml of vegetable oil.
  4. Add 200 ml of milk and grate a little orange zest into the mixture.
  5. Incorporate the previously blended oranges into the creamy mixture and gently combine with a whisk.
  6. Sift 360 grams of flour and a sachet of baking powder (approximately 10 grams) into the mixture and continue to mix.
  7. Grease a baking tray with half a spoonful of butter and half a spoonful of flour.
  8. Pour

part of the mixture into the greased pan, leaving about 1/4 of it in the bowl. 9. Spread the mixture evenly in the pan.

  1. Add 15 grams of coffee to the remaining mixture in the bowl and mix.
  2. Pour the new coffee-infused mixture onto the pan, forming small circles on top of the previous mixture.
  3. Bake for at least 40 minutes at 170°C.
  4. Once removed from the oven, sprinkle 300 ml of milk over the cake using a teaspoon.
  5. Sprinkle grated coconut on top.
  6. Allow the dessert to cool, then cut it into small squares.

The result is not only visually captivating but also a delightful treat for the palate, showcasing the harmonious blend of orange and coffee flavors.

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