This Almond Cream Cake is a delightful and moist dessert, perfect for any occasion. The cake is infused with the delicate flavor of almonds, topped with a rich and creamy almond buttercream frosting that melts in your mouth. It’s an elegant and flavorful treat that’s easy to make but looks and tastes like it came from a bakery!
Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp almond extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup almond flour (or finely ground almonds)
- For the Almond Cream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp almond extract
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Sliced almonds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, almond flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, eggs, almond extract, milk, and sour cream. Beat on medium speed until the batter is smooth and creamy.
2. Bake the Cake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Prepare the Almond Cream Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating on low speed.
- Add the almond extract, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
4. Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a generous amount of almond cream frosting over the first layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
- Garnish with sliced almonds if desired.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve this almond-infused cake as a beautiful dessert. Perfect for celebrations or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings!