I adore sweet and savory cakes that use oil and yogurt in place of butter, to add a nice crumb and unforgettable moistness in each and every bite.  This lovely almond-flavored cake is made with almond meal and a bit of flour, and topped off with sliced almonds and an incredible orange-sugar syrup.  The syrup is a reduction of sugar, orange juice and a couple of teaspoons of fragrant orange flower water.  Almonds and oranges are a wonderful flavor combination—this tasty treat is wonderful for dessert or breakfast with a piping hot espresso.

(To view this recipe, click on the following link: http://food52.com/recipes/4362-almond-cake-with-orange-flower-water-syrup)

Tagged: almond cake, almond meal, cake, dessert, oil cake, orange flower water, orange juice, quick bread, sliced almonds