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Almond Layer Cake

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A rich and moist almond layer cake made with ground almonds and almond extract, layered with creamy frosting, perfect for celebrations or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup ground almonds (almond flour)
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Frosting of choice (e.g., almond buttercream or cream cheese frosting)
  • Sliced almonds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla and almond extract.
  5. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Frost the first layer, stack the second, and frost the top and sides. Garnish with sliced almonds if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute buttermilk for regular milk for a tangier flavor.
  • Cakes can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated.
  • For extra almond flavor, add a bit of amaretto to the frosting.

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Keywords: almond cake, layer cake, almond dessert, celebration cake

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