Sit the two oranges inside the simmering basket and add to Thermomix bowl. Cook for 45 minutes, Varoma Temperature, speed 3.
Carefully remove the water and place the oranges into the Thermomix bowl. Blitz for 10 seconds, speed 9. Transfer to a seperate bowl and allow to cool - see notes.
Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Grease and line the base and sides of a 22cm springform tin with baking paper.
In a clean and dry Thermomix bowl, insert the butterfly attachment. Add the eggs and caster sugar. Mix for 1 minute, speed 3. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix for a further 1 minute, speed 3 or until the mixture is pale and creamy.
Add the remaining ingredients and mix for 10 seconds, speed 4. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix for a further 10 seconds, speed 4.
Transfer the batter to the prepared cake tin and gently smooth the surface. Bake for 45 - 50 minutes or until golden on top and cooked through when tested with a skewer.
Notes
Ensure the oranges comfortably fit inside the simmering basket. If they are too large, the Thermomix lid will not close.
It is important to allow the blitzed oranges to cool before adding to the cake batter. If still too warm, they will begin to cook the egg mixture.
To make this a gluten free cake, ensure you use gluten free baking powder.
Either store bought or homemade Almond Meal can be used for this recipe.
This cake can be cooked in different sized cake tins, please note the cooking time will vary.
To store, place in an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place. Consume within three days.
To freeze, place in an airtight container and store for up to three months.