This rich and buttery almond cake is moist, tender, and bursting with nutty almond flavor. With a crispy almond topping and a light icing drip, this cake is perfect for afternoon tea, special occasions, or simply indulging in a homemade treat. The combination of ground almonds and almond essence gives it an irresistibly soft texture and deep aroma.
Preparation Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Ingredients
For the Cake Batter:
Butter: 130g (½ cup + 1 tbsp), softened
Sugar: 130g (½ cup + 2 ½ tbsp)
Eggs: 3, at room temperature
Plain flour: 165g (1 cup + 2 tbsp)
Baking powder: 1 tsp
Ground almonds / Almond flour: 35g (5 tbsp)
Almond essence: ½ tsp
Almond flakes (optional): for garnish
For the Almond Topping:
Butter: 75g (⅓ cup)
Sugar: 75g (¼ cup + 2 tbsp)
Milk: 80ml (⅓ cup)
Lemon juice: 1 tsp
Plain flour: 25g (3 tbsp)
Almond flour: 110g (1 cup)
Almond essence: ½ tsp
For the Icing Drip:
Powdered sugar: ½ cup
Milk: 1 tbsp
Baking Equipment:
Measuring Cup Size: 240ml
Baking Pan: 20×20 cm (8×8 inch)
Oven Temperature: 170°C (338°F)
Directions
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