Topic: Ground almonds

Tunis Cake: Zesty Orange with Chocolate Ganache

Tunis Cake: Zesty Orange with Chocolate Ganache
Tunis cake Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 55 mins | Total: 1 hrs 10 mins | Serves: Serves 12 The first chill of December hits, and suddenly there’s nothing quite like the smell of orange and chocolate drifting through the kitchen. That’s when the **Tunis cake** steps in—warm, fragrant, and effortlessly festive, even if it’s July. This isn’t one of those cakes that demands perfection; it’s the kind that leans into a little imperfection, with a moist crumb that stays soft for days and a glossy chocolate ganache that’s impossible to resist. You’ll find it on tables across the holidays, but honestly? It deserves a spot all year. The magic starts with a few everyday heroes: golden caster sugar and unsalted butter beaten until they’re pale and fluffy, then brightened with fresh orange zest and juice. Eggs go in one at a time, followed by a splash of vanilla, while the flour and ground almonds keep thing...