Description
Celebrate the love of family with this luscious Mother’s Day Almond Cake. Its tender, moist layers are infused with rich almond flavor, making each bite a delightful experience. Perfect for any occasion, this cake brings warmth and joy to your table, evoking cherished memories of baking with loved ones. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk almond flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt together. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in whole milk until fully incorporated without overmixing.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, sprinkle sliced almonds on top if desired, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before removing from the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg