Description
Mother’s Day Almond Cake is a delightful treat that perfectly balances sweet and nutty flavors, making it an ideal way to honor the incredible women in our lives. This light, fluffy cake is infused with toasted almonds and topped with crunchy slices for an impressive presentation. Whether served at brunch or as a dessert, it creates cherished memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup sliced almonds (toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Cream the softened butter until fluffy, then gradually mix in the sugar until pale.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently using a spatula.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle toasted sliced almonds on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (74g)
- Calories: 268
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 61mg