"There's not a drop of spice in this gorgeous, mascarpone-topped delight...."
INGREDIENTS
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Unsalted butter, for coating the pan
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2/3 cup all-purpose flour
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2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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2 cups blanched almond flour
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1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
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5 large egg yolks
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3 cups shredded carrots (from about 4 medium carrots, 11 ounces after shredding)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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5 large egg whites
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup mascarpone cheese
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar, plus more for sifting
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1 medium orange, for zesting (optional)