Original Santiago Cake

Name: Original Santiago Cake
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Española
Ingredients: 4 eggs; 1 cup sugar; 2 1/2 cups almond flour; 1 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Mayte Rueda

This cake is a traditional preparation from the Galician region, specifically from Santiago de Compostela; the composition is based on egg, almond flour, and sugar, resulting in a soft, light, and sweet texture. It is traditionally prepared for the Santiago festival.

Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 01-08-2022

Preparation

15 mins

45 mins

Low

In a medium saucepan, heat some water (for a double boiler), place the bowl with eggs on top, and add the sugar. Whisk for about 2 minutes, until the sugar is well dissolved and a fluid, slightly thick texture forms. Immediately transfer the egg mixture to a stand mixer with a whisk attachment and beat for about 3 minutes, until you have a very fluffy mixture, doubled in 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, gently fold until everything is combined. Transfer to a mold lined with parchment paper and bake at 170 °C for about 45 minutes. Once ready, remove from the oven, let cool to room temperature, and unmold. Decorate with powdered sugar and the characteristic figure of the cake.

Nutritional information

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

Energy

469.2

kcal

23.46%

Carbohydrate, by difference

65.1

21.7%

Protein

18%

Total lipid (fat)

33.85%

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