Indulge in the delightful flavors of almond with this moist and flavorful almond cake. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake is a true crowd-pleaser.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:European
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cake:
1cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 1/4cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2cups all-purpose flour
1cup almond flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2cup whole milk
Topping:
1/4cup sliced almonds
Optional:
powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.
Mix wet ingredients: Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond and vanilla extracts.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, mixing just until combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle sliced almonds evenly over the batter, and bake for 35–40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
This cake pairs wonderfully with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.