7 Reviews of Nigella Lawson Clementine Cake

From: jamsi

On Dec 13, 2004

A very yummy recipe that I have made again and again (I've used clementines, lemons and oranges). Perfect if you have the lactose intolerant in your circle as there is no dairy. A suggestion regarding the almonds. If you grind your own nuts, use a roti grater (the circular drum grater used at tables for hard cheeses). The result is an almond meal as light as air. Also, if making the orange-y versions, serve with clove ice-cream. Mix premium vanilla ice-cream with a hint (to taste) of ground cloves and ENJOY!

From: PanNan

On Feb 24, 2003

The cake is very moist, although I wouldn't call it syrupy. It has just the right amount of sweetness, and that great Clementine flavor. A nice cake to serve with coffee. We enjoyed it. One side note for the budget conscious - the 2 1/3 cups of almond "meal" was expensive (even if you make it yourself it takes a lot of almonds).

From: Neonprincess

On Apr 9, 2007

Wonderful cake! I used 2 oranges instead of clementines. The cake looks dense, but it tastes so light and soft. I don't have a food processor, so I used my stick blender to blitz the oranges. I also reduced the sugar to 3/4 cup, which was perfect for my tastes.

From: Auntie Mags

On Feb 28, 2005

This is perhaps the best cake I've ever made. And it's so easy! It stayed so moist and light. I will definitely be making this often.

From: lisa mack

On Apr 1, 2008

This cake is fantastic. I made it exactly like the recipe, and it turned out moist and dense. I loved the smell of the simmering Clementines.

From: Flowerfairy

On May 11, 2008

This is a nice, moist cake. Very different from other cakes! Make sure to carefully squeeze out the excess liquid of the clementines, otherwise your cake gets TOO moist. Quick recipe and great cake to impress your guests after a (perhaps) Middle-Eastern meal, although I prefer Nigella's chocolate orange cake from 'Feast' (similar recipe).

From: cyaos

On Mar 24, 2008

This was good but not exactly what I was hoping for after waiting for three hours for it! It was something different but was too sweet for our tastes between the clementines and the sugar and I didn't put in the extra two tablespoons called for. It was a tad too orangey for my tastes although my boyfriend liked it more than I did. I think it may be better using lemons instead of the clementines and if I make it again I will try it that way. Thanks for posting.