Tarta de Almendras

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Grease an 8- or 9-inch spring-form pan very well with butter, then dust with flour, shaking off the excess.
3. 3
   Grind the almonds to a powder in a food processor or spice mill.
4. 4
   Beat the eggs and granulated sugar together, preferably in a stand mixer, until thick and light in color (if you are doing this by hand, it will take a good 10 minutes or more).
5. 5
   Stir in the cinnamon, lemon zest, and almonds.
6. 6
   Pour into the prepared pan.
7. 7
   Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Cool on a rack, then remove the sides of the pan.
9. 9
   Dust the top with confectioners sugar and serve.