Fruit and citrus cake

8 servings

60 minutes

Fruit-citrus cake is a magnificent blend of freshness and sweetness characteristic of Greek cuisine. Its rich flavor unfolds through the harmony of tender layers soaked in citrus syrup and adorned with airy meringue frosting. The history of this dessert traces back to Mediterranean baking traditions, where fruits and dried fruits play a key role. Candied oranges add a subtle tartness, while feijoa jam provides an exotic depth of flavor. This cake will be a centerpiece on any festive table, attracting with its aroma and exquisite balance of textures. It pairs perfectly with fragrant tea or light dessert wine, highlighting its delicate fruity notes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 650
• Proteins: 11.6g
• Fats: 15.5g
• Carbohydrates: 116.7g

Ingredients

• Salt: pinch
• Wheat flour: 450 g
• Soda: 1 tsp
• Baking powder: 1.5 tsp
• Butter: 115 g
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Buttermilk: 380 ml
• Vanilla: to taste
• Candied orange peel: 160 g
• Egg white: 2 pc
• Lemon juice: 2 tsp
• Sugar: 360 g
• Water: 120 ml
• Feijoa jam: 200 g

Cooking steps

1. Mix butter, sugar, eggs, and jam in a mixing bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 115 g
   • Sugar: 360 g
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Feijoa jam: 200 g

2. Sift the flour with salt and baking powder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 450 g
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Soda: 1 teaspoon
   • Baking powder: 1.5 teaspoon

3. At low mixer speeds, alternately add flour in portions and pour in buttermilk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 450 g
   • Buttermilk: 380 ml

4. We cut the dried fruits (if they are large).

   Required ingredients:

   • Candied orange peel: 160 g

5. Grease 2 medium pans with oil and place fruits at the bottom.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 115 g

6. Pour the batter on top, bake at 175 degrees until done. (check with a skewer)

7. Flip the cakes onto a rack and cool.

8. At this time, we will boil the syrup (everything except the egg whites and salt) to the soft ball stage.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 360 g
   • Water: 120 ml
   • Lemon juice: 2 teaspoons

9. Whip the egg whites with salt to stiff peaks, while the mixer is running, slowly pour in the hot syrup and whip until fully thickened.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 2 pieces
   • Salt:  pinch

10. We will cut the cakes across.

11. We will spread jam and protein glaze on the bottom layer, cover it with the second layer, and only spread glaze.

    Required ingredients:

    • Feijoa jam: 200 g
    • Egg white: 2 pieces

12. We will cover the third layer, like the first, with jam, and the top one only with glaze.

    Required ingredients:

    • Feijoa jam: 200 g

13. We'll grease the sides and it's all ready!

    Required ingredients:

    • Egg white: 2 pieces