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A soft, aromatic almond cake that wonderfully combines nutty richness with subtle sweetness. Using both almond and regular flour gives you an incredibly juicy texture, while the pure almond extract boosts the natural nuttiness, creating a fancy treat.
What Makes This Cake Special
When I baked this cake for the first time, my kitchen filled with that rich almond smell, reminding me of little bakeries in Europe. I'm always amazed by how many ways you can serve it.
Key Ingredients
Quality almond flour delivers wonderful texture and nutty flavor
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Regular flour gives the right structure
Eggs make the crumb soft and light
Good unsalted butter brings richness
Regular yogurt keeps everything super moist
The type of almond flour really matters - try to get blanched almond flour for the smoothest results.
How To Make It
Mix The Dry Stuff
Stir dry ingredients together until they're completely mixed with no flour clumps anywhere.
Work The Butter
Beat butter and sugar until it's super fluffy - don't rush this, give it a full 3 minutes.
Add The Wet Parts
Put in eggs one by one, waiting until each disappears into the mix.
Combine Everything
Switch between adding dry stuff and yogurt, finishing with the flour mix.
Top It Off
Put batter in evenly and smooth the top before sprinkling sliced almonds.
My grandma from Italy always told me these almond cakes taste better the next day when all the flavors have time to mix together.
Fancy Serving Ideas
Throw on some fresh berries and whipped cream, enjoy with coffee, or make it pretty with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and edible flowers.
Tasty Twists
Try adding orange peel and cardamom, mix in some raspberry jam, or pour chocolate topping over it while keeping that lovely almond base.
Keeping It Fresh
Cover it well and leave at room temp to stay moist. You can freeze single pieces for up to two months if needed.
Smart Baking Tips
Check if it's done 5 minutes before the timer goes off
Let it cool all the way for the neatest slices
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Line the pan with parchment for easy removal
This almond cake has become my favorite when I want something simple but fancy. The refined taste and reliable outcome work great for both everyday snacks and special parties.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I store it?
- Keep it at room temp for 2 days or in the fridge for 5 days, sealed tight.
- → What’s the gluten-free option?
- Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour mix.
- → Can I make it dairy-free?
- Go with coconut oil and a plant-based yogurt option.
- → What toppings work best?
- Try fresh fruit, sliced almonds, or a dusting of sugar.
- → Why use almond flour?
- It brings moisture, a nutty taste, and soft texture.