Almond Cake
Delightfully moist and rich with nutty flavor, this Almond Cake is a simple yet elegant dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with a blend of almond flour and all-purpose flour, the cake achieves a tender crumb while the aromatic duo of almond and vanilla extracts infuse it with irresistible depth. Topped with a layer of golden, toasted sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar, it strikes the perfect balance between rustic charm and refined sweetness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, this beautiful bake is ideal for novice and seasoned bakers alike. Whether served alongside a cup of coffee or as the centerpiece of a dessert table, this easy almond cake recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the almond flour gently until fully incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.8 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.5 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1007 mg | 336% | |
| Sodium | 1979 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 396.5 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 228.0 g | ||
| Protein | 82.7 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1207 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
