{"id":"tarta_de_santiago_945e9d89bf","slug":"tarta-de-santiago","title":"Tarta de Santiago","description":"A traditional Galician almond cake known for its moist texture, citrus notes, and the iconic St. James Cross dusted in powdered sugar. It is naturally gluten-free and historically significant in Spanish cuisine.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":35,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"250g ground almonds (almond flour)","name":"Almonds","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"ground","notes":"blanched almond flour","group":"batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"250g granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"white sugar","group":"batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"5 large eggs","name":"Egg","quantity":5,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":5,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"room temperature","group":"batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"Zest of 1 lemon","name":"Lemon Zest","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"zest","notes":"finely grated","group":"batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/2 tsp ground cinnamon","name":"Cinnamon","quantity":1.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"optional but traditional","group":"batter","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"Butter for greasing","name":"Butter","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.35,"usUnit":"oz","form":"softened","notes":"for the pan","group":"prep","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"Powdered sugar for dusting","name":"Sugar","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"oz","form":"powder","notes":"for decoration","group":"topping","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with a little butter or line the bottom with parchment paper.","group":"Preparation","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large mixing bowl, beat the 5 eggs with the 250g sugar until the mixture is slightly pale and well combined.","group":"Mixing","title":"Beat the 5 eggs with the 250g sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Fold in the 250g ground almonds, lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon using a spatula until just incorporated. Do not overmix.","group":"Mixing","title":"Fold in the 250g ground almonds, lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.","group":"Baking","title":"Pour the batter into the prepared pan","timerMinutes":35,"sourceTitle":"Baking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan. Once cool, remove from the springform.","group":"Cooling","title":"Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooling"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Place a St. James Cross stencil in the center of the cake. Sift powdered sugar generously over the entire surface, then carefully lift the stencil to reveal the cross design.","group":"Finishing","title":"Place a St","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Authentic versions must contain at least 33% almonds and no flour. For the traditional look, print out a silhouette of the Cross of Saint James and place it in the center before dusting with sugar.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Spanish","Galician"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["bake"],"equipment":["9-inch springform pan","mixing bowl","spatula","St. James Cross stencil","zester","sieve"],"diet":["gluten_free","vegetarian","low_sodium"],"allergens":["tree_nuts","eggs"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"cake","note":"9-inch round cake"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This cake tastes better the next day as the almond oils settle and the texture becomes moister."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.","reheatingNotes":"Serve at room temperature for the best texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ftarta_de_santiago_945e9d89bf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8bde069f-6040-4dcb-95a7-2c2f9f38baef","imageAlt":"Tarta de Santiago — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["almond","cake","spanish","gluten free","traditional","galicia"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Tarta de Santiago","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:10:12.882Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:10:12.882Z","related":[{"id":"sumo_de_cereja_com_limao_b284846cba","slug":"cherry-lemon-juice","title":"Cherry Lemon Juice","description":"A refreshing and vibrant Western European beverage blending the sweetness of ripe cherries with the zing of fresh lemon.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Portuguese"]},"course":["dessert","drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsumo_de_cereja_com_limao_b284846cba%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac0d265a-e1f1-4435-bb98-a8ca3a53f992","imageAlt":"Cherry Lemon Juice — recipe cover","tags":["cherry","lemon","juice","refreshing","beverage","summer","easy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5},{"id":"scone_18b5c7aa9a","slug":"classic-british-scones","title":"Classic British Scones","description":"A traditional Western European snack that is light, fluffy, and slightly crumbly. Perfect when served warm with clotted cream and strawberry jam.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["British"]},"course":["dessert","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fscone_18b5c7aa9a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8ddec4c9-9225-4044-918e-d6d4a8281a5b","imageAlt":"Classic British Scones — recipe cover","tags":["scones","tea-time","british","baking","quick","snack"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":9},{"id":"kinderpunsch_591181afdb","slug":"kinderpunsch","title":"Kinderpunsch","description":"A comforting, non-alcoholic warm fruit punch traditional to German holiday markets, infused with aromatic spices and citrus.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["German"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_sodium"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fkinderpunsch_591181afdb%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=15e5232b-e974-4f4c-a838-861bb4879f0d","imageAlt":"Kinderpunsch — recipe cover","tags":["holiday","non-alcoholic","warm","winter","punch","kids"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":6}]}