Creating the Mixture
Preparing the Mixture: In a bowl, crack the eggs (or use a vegan substitute), add the sweetener, mandarin juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Adding the Flour and Baking Powder
Incorporating the Dry Ingredients: Add the rice flour and baking powder to the mixture in the bowl. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
The Perfect Baking
Pouring the Mixture: Pour the mixture into the pan prepared with the mandarins.
Tapping the Pan: Gently tap the pan to distribute the mixture evenly.
Baking Tips
Low Heat Rule: For optimal baking, use the lowest heat setting possible, usually around two on a scale of one to ten.
Using a Timer: Set a timer for about 8 minutes and let the cake bake.
Finishing the Baking and Resting
Checking for doneness: After 8 minutes, check to see if the cake is done. It should be lightly golden and not sticky to the touch.
Cake Resting: Turn off the heat and let the cake rest, covered, for another 5 minutes. This will allow the cake to finish baking using the residual heat.
Tasty Variations
Fruit Substitutes: You can replace the mandarin oranges with other fruits, such as oranges, lemons, or persimmons.
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