Californian Almond Cake with Orange-Blossom Glaze (Edit recipe)

The Cake

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 9x3-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Beat eggs at high speed for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
3. With the mixer still running, gradually add the olive oil in a thin drizzle and beat until thick and creamy.
4. Add the sour cream, orange juice and zest and mix on low speed until just combined.
5. Add the almond cake mix and mix on low until well combined.
6. Pour batter into prepared pan and evenly sprinkle with sugar and a handful of sliced almonds.
7. Bake for 50-55 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
8. Cool in baking pan for 5-10 minutes before unmolding.

The Glaze

1. Microwave honey, orange juice and butter on high for 60 seconds, or until it develops a syrup-like consistency.
2. Stir in orange blossom water.
3. Lightly brush glaze on sides of hot cake.