Mandarin Plumcake

Name: Mandarin Plumcake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Type 00 flour 1 ½ cup; Potato starch 4 tbsp; Sugar ¾ cup; Sunflower seed oil 0.6 cup; Mandarin orange juice 2 oz; Mandarin orange peel to taste; Eggs 2; Baking powder 4 tsp; Vanilla extract to taste; Sunflower seed oil to taste; Powdered sugar to taste

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Lactose Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Serving: 6
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

So you're on the hunt for a really good Italian treat? Well, the plumcake ai mandarini is seriously good. It's this classic breakfast favorite over in Italy, especially in those regions where fresh mandarins are, like, everywhere. Honestly, what makes this cake stand out is using both the zest and juice from these untreated mandarins. Each bite? A burst of fresh, citrusy goodness. And you know what, this isn't your usual dry loaf; it's super tender and soft, with a moist crumb that just stays intact. Seriously. Try it with a thick slice of mandarin marmalade on top—really elevates the whole thing. For real. Perfect for breakfast with your coffee or tea, plus this dolce al mandarino is a fantastic midday snack.

And look, Italian bakers are all about their citrus desserts. You can totally see this passion in treats like pan di mandarino, torta rovesciata ai mandarini, or those dreamy cream-filled mandarins. Each dessert highlights the sweet, zesty flavor of local fruits in its own unique way, but there's something really, really special about a ricetta plumcake al mandarino. Here's the deal: the simplicity of a one-bowl batter means you can whip it up without much hassle. Just mix and let the oven do its thing. And the aroma? Amazing, filling your kitchen with this cozy, inviting scent.

When you finally slice into that golden loaf, the color from the fresh fruit is like a feast for your eyes. Really, whether you're a fan of plumcake soffice al mandarino or curious about versions like plumcake al mandarino senza burro, this cake is an easy choice. It's a treat that feels both simple and a bit special. For sure. Perfect for sharing with friends or savoring alone with a hot drink and a moment of peace. So, if you want to bring a touch of Italian sunshine to your table, this plumcake ai mandarini is the way to go.

INGREDIENTS

For a 11x4 inch mold: Type 00 flour 1 ½ cup (180 g); Potato starch 4 tbsp (50 g); Sugar ¾ cup (160 g); Sunflower seed oil 0.6 cup (130 g); Mandarin orange juice 2 oz (60 g); Mandarin orange peel to taste; Eggs 2; Baking powder 4 tsp (16 g); Vanilla extract to taste

For greasing and dusting: Sunflower seed oil to taste; Powdered sugar to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Mandarin Plumcake

To prepare the mandarin plumcake, start by grating the zest of the citrus fruits, which you will set aside for a moment 1. Then squeeze the juice 2 and weigh 60 g (about 1/4 cup) to use for the batter 3.

Take care of the dry ingredients: in a bowl, combine the cornstarch with the flour 4 and sift in the baking powder 5. Mix and set aside 6.

In a large bowl, pour in the eggs, sugar 7, vanilla extract 8, and grated mandarin zest 9.

Work with the electric mixer for 5 minutes 10, then gradually add the oil in a slow stream 11 and continue to mix until fully incorporated. Then, gradually add the dry ingredients 12.

Alternate adding the dry ingredients with the mandarin juice, keeping the mixer running 13. Once all ingredients are incorporated, pour the batter into a 11x4 inch loaf pan, 3 inches high, which you previously greased with vegetable oil 14. Using an oiled spatula, make a lengthwise cut down the center of the batter 15: this will help form the split during baking.

Bake the mandarin plumcake in a static oven at 350°F for 45 minutes, being sure to perform a toothpick test towards the end 16. Let it cool slightly before unmolding and dusting with powdered sugar 17. Your mandarin plumcake is ready to be enjoyed as a snack or breakfast 18!

Storage

The mandarin plumcake keeps well under a glass dome or wrapped in plastic wrap for 2-3 days.

It can be frozen for about a month.

Tip

If you want to make your mandarin plumcake even more delicious, you can glaze it: just mix a bit of mandarin juice with a generous amount of powdered sugar and pour the glaze over the unmolded and cooled cake!

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Mandarin Plumcake

PRESENTATION

INGREDIENTS

How to prepare Mandarin Plumcake

Storage

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