Gateau A L'Orange Recipe

Name: Gateau A L'Orange
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes plain gelatin; 1/4 cup cold water; 1 1/4 cups fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 4 eggs; 1 1/2 cups superfine sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons grated orange rind (no pith); 1 cup whipping cream; 1 angel food cake; 1 (7 ounce) can mandarin oranges, soaked in; apricot brandy; 1 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted

Servings: persons

2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes plain gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 1/4 cups fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups superfine sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons grated orange rind (no pith)
1 cup whipping cream
1 angel food cake
1 (7 ounce) can mandarin oranges, soaked in
apricot brandy
1 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted

1
Soften the 2 envelopes of unflavored gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water and 1/4 cup orange juice.
2
Set aside.
3
In the top of a double boiler mix 1 cup orange juice, 2 Tbsps lemon juice, 1 cup sugar and 4 beaten egg yolks, 1/2 tsp salt, and 3 Tbsps orange rind.
4
Stir constantly over boiling water unti it thickens a bit and looks smooth. (It will not get very think so don't cook too long).
5
Add the gelatin and stir until disolved.
6
Set aside to cool.
7
Beat 4 egg whites with 1/2 cup sugar until stiff.
8
Set aside.
9
Whip 1 cup whipping cream until firm.
10
When the orange mixture is cool and just beginning to set around the edges beat with a rotary beater until smooth and a little fluffy.
11
Fold in the egg whites and then the whipped cream.
12
In a large wet bowl (you could line with plastic wrap) pour the mixture and press the cake into it. (Mama would halve the cake and tear the cake the remainder into pieces and fill the hole of the angel food cake).
13
Press down. It may be necessary to plate on top to keep it compressed.
14
Let set completely in the refrigerator.
15
Unmold on a cake plate.
16
Garnish with the madarin oranges and slivered almonds.

900

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes plain gelatin, 1/4 cup cold water, 1 1/4 cups fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Gateau A L'Orange falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gateau A L'Orange

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