Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Orange Polenta Cake

The Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Orange Polenta Cake is a zesty, golden dessert that brings sunshine to your table with minimal effort. Made with polenta and ground almonds, it’s naturally gluten-free and soaked in a sweet citrus syrup. I made this on a Sunday afternoon and the whole kitchen smelled amazing. Every slice is moist, fragrant, and so easy to love. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

• 10 regular or blood oranges
• 250g runny honey
• 3 large eggs
• 200g ground almonds
• 100g fine polenta

How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Orange Polenta Cake

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 160°C/325°F/gas 3. Grease a 20cm springform cake tin with olive oil and line the base with greaseproof paper.
2. Make the Syrup: Juice 3 oranges to yield about 100ml. Simmer with 100g of the honey until thickened slightly, then set aside.
3. Mix the Batter: In a stand mixer, beat 200ml olive oil with the remaining 150g honey for 2 minutes. Add eggs and beat another 2 minutes. Grate in the zest of 3 oranges.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Fold in the ground almonds, fine polenta, and juice of 1–2 more oranges (about 50ml). Stir until smooth.
5. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared tin. Bake for 40–50 minutes until golden and cooked through. Let cool for 10 minutes in the tin, then release carefully.
6. Serve: Peel and slice the remaining oranges. Serve cake with orange slices and drizzle with the reserved syrup.

Why I Love This Recipe

This cake is a total mood-lifter. It’s super easy, naturally gluten-free, and loaded with bright citrus flavor. The syrup soaks into the crumb, making every bite soft and luscious. It’s a great make-ahead dessert too.

Recipe Tips

• Use fine polenta for the best texture—coarse can feel gritty.
• Pour syrup on warm cake so it absorbs fully.
• Try ground hazelnuts instead of almonds for a different nutty twist.
• Add spices like cinnamon or cardamom for a warm note.
• Use blood oranges for a pop of color and unique flavor.

How To Store This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Orange Polenta Cake

• At Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• In the Freezer: Wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap and freeze in a zip bag for up to 3 months.
• Reheating:
  • Microwave: Medium power, 20–30 seconds
  • Oven: 150°C (300°F), wrapped in foil, for 5 minutes

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How do I make sure the cake is moist? Pour the syrup on while the cake is warm and use good olive oil and fresh juice.
• Can I use other citrus fruits? Yes—try lemon, lime, or grapefruit.
• What if I don’t have a springform tin? A regular cake tin will work, just line and grease it well.
• Can I skip the syrup? It’s optional, but it really elevates the flavor and texture.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 490
• Fat: 33.4g
• Saturates: 4.4g
• Sugars: 32.8g
• Salt: 0.1g
• Protein: 8.4g
• Carbs: 41.2g
• Fibre: 2g

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