Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Step by Step Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease the cake pan with butter or spray.
- Optionally, line the bottom with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, combine almond flour and sugar.
- Add baking powder and salt.
- Whisk until everything is well mixed.
Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, mix melted butter and eggs.
- Add almond and vanilla extracts.
- Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
Step 4: Combine Mixtures
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix.
- Gently stir with a rubber spatula.
- Mix until just combined; lumps are fine.
Step 5: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Smooth the top with the spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Check doneness with a toothpick in the center.
Step 6: Cool the Cake
- Take the cake out of the oven.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Step 7: Make the Icing
- While cooling, prepare the icing.
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and almond milk.
- Stir until you have a pourable consistency.
Step 8: Icing the Cake
- Once cool, drizzle the icing over the cake.
- Top with sliced almonds for decoration, if desired.
Servings and Preparation Times
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Servings: This recipe makes about 12 slices.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh almond extract and high-quality almond flour. This will enhance the taste of your cake.
- Don’t Overmix: When combining the wet and dry ingredients, mix just until combined. Overmixing can lead to a dense cake.
- Check for Doneness: Every oven is different. Check the cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time. Insert a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the icing. This helps the icing set properly and keeps it from melting.
- Storage: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for about a week.
