Leftover Citrus Cake

"Leftover Citrus Cake" is the superhero of desserts.

This recipe transforms neglected citrus fruits into a mouthwatering delight. Bursting with the zesty goodness of lemons, oranges, or grapefruits, this cake radiates vibrant flavors and tantalizing aromas.

If you find yourself with surplus citrus fruits, don't let them go to waste. Experience the adventure, wield your spatula with flair, and go on the whimsical journey of creating your own "Leftover Citrus Cake."

Once cooled, each bite reveals a symphony of citrus flavors, dancing on your tongue and leaving a trail of pure bliss. The zest and tangy juice work harmoniously to create a cake that is not only delightful but also a testament to the ingenious ways we can transform leftovers into culinary masterpieces.

Difficulty:

Hard

Serving:

2 servings

Preparation time:

15 minutes /25 minutes

Ingredients

½ (50 g) orange
½ (50 g) grapefruit
1 whole (50 g) lemon
30 g brown sugar
20 ml water
10 g butter
5 g cinnamon powder

For the cake;

70 g all-purpose flour
50 g granulated sugar
50 g unsalted butter, softened.
1 large egg
40 ml milk
5 g vanilla extract
5 g baking powder
2 g salt

Preparation

In a saucepan combine brown sugar, water and cinnamon. Heat until starts bubbling and add butter in it. Cook for 3 minutes and set aside.
Cut the citrus square shape about 1 cm thick.
In a 9 cm square cake pan pour the sauce first. Place square shape citrus in a line and set aside.

Preheat your oven to 180°C.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until you have a crumbly texture.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk and vanilla extract with electric mixer. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the cake batter in the cake pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes, then turn it over in a serving plate and serve.
Enjoy!