Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Mother’s Day Almond Cake, a delightful treat that combines rich almond flavor with a tender, fluffy texture. Perfect for celebrating special moments, this cake fills your home with the irresistible aroma of toasted almonds and vanilla. Whether for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or tea parties, this cake is sure to create unforgettable memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup sliced almonds (toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in milk and almond extract until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate sifted flour and baking powder into the wet mixture; stir gently until no dry bits remain.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg