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Almond Vanilla Cake Recipe

Almond Vanilla Cake Recipe

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For an Almond Vanilla Cake, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs, vanilla, and almond extracts. Combine with the dry ingredients, alternating with milk. Pour the batter into a greased pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes. Cool, then frost with almond or vanilla buttercream for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • electric mixer,
  • Cake Pans
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • 1 stick ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp almond extract
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

For the Almond Vanilla Frosting

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • A handful of sliced almonds for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparing the Cake

  • Preheat Your Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar:
  • In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add Eggs and Extracts:
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  • Bake:
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool:
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Preparing the Almond Vanilla Frosting

  • Cream Butter:
  • In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
  • Add Sugar and Cream:
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with heavy cream, until you reach your desired consistency. Beat well between additions.
  • Flavor and Finish:
  • Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract until fully combined. If the frosting is too thick, add a little more cream; if it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  • Frost the Cake:
  • Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top and sides. Garnish with sliced almonds for an extra touch of elegance.

Notes

✱ For a richer flavor, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
✱ To make this cake gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
✱ For a nut-free option, omit the almond extract and use a different flavoring, such as lemon or orange.
Keyword Almond Vanilla Cake Recipe