Original Santiago cake

This cake is a characteristic preparation of the Galician region, specifically of Santiago de Compostela; the composition is based on egg, almond flour and sugar and results in a smooth, light and sweet texture. It is traditionally prepared for the festivity of Santiago.
Ingredients
8
Servings
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Preparation
15 mins
45 mins
Low
  • In a medium saucepan, heat a little water (for a bain-marie), place the bowl with the egg on top and add the sugar. Beat for approximately 2 minutes, until the sugar dissolves well and a fluid texture is formed, but slightly thick.
  • Immediately transfer the egg to a mixer with a balloon and beat for approximately 3 minutes, until you have a very fluffy mixture, double the volume and the color is almost white; at that point, turn off and remove the bowl from the mixer.
  • In the same bowl, sift the almond flour and the rest of the sugar, mix in an enveloping way until everything is integrated.
  • Transfer to a mold with waxed paper and bake at 170 ° C for approximately 45 minutes. Once ready, remove from the oven, let cool to room temperature and unmold.
  • Decorate with icing sugar and with the characteristic figure of the cake.

Nutritional Information

* * Information per 100g serving, percentage of daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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