Spain may not be a country known for its desserts, but its tarta de Santiago may make you rethink your assumptions. A traditional cake from the northwest region of Galicia, this gluten-free pastry is a breeze to make and really lets the delicious flavor of ground almonds stand for itself. Its name literally means “Cake of St. James†because it’s typically adorned with the apostle’s flowery, sword-shaped cross in negative, surrounded by a delicate layer of powdered sugar.