Clementine Cake Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably moist and flavorful Clementine Cake! Bursting with the bright, zesty taste of clementines, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a delightful afternoon treat. The unique method of boiling whole clementines creates an intensely citrusy flavor that will leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 185 mins
Calories 432.1 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating Be the first
Clementine Cake 40

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Forktionary editorial kitchen team

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Clementine Cake

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Clementine Cake? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Clementine Cake

  1. Boil 6-8 whole clementines (including skin and stems) in 4 cups of water for 120 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch deep cake tin.
  3. Once the clementines are boiled, let them cool slightly. Then, carefully remove the stems.
  4. Add the cooled clementines (including the skin, but removing the stems), 1 cup of blanched almonds, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 4 large eggs to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin.
  6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the tin before serving. Dust with powdered sugar (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

174g

Fat

10g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Clementine Cake?

Clementine Cake takes about 230 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 185 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Clementine Cake?

Clementine Cake has approximately 432.1 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Clementine Cake?

The key ingredients for Clementine Cake are Clementines, Ground Almonds, Sugar, Baking Powder, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

Reviews

No reviews yet — be the first to share your thoughts on this recipe!

Write a Review