How to make an Almond cake from scratch?

Almond Cake from Scratch: A Delicious Recipe

This recipe offers a classic almond cake that is both moist and flavorful.

Ingredients:

* For the Cake:

* 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour

* 1 1/2 cups (190g) almond flour

* 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

* 1/2 teaspoon salt

* 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

* 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar

* 4 large eggs

* 1 teaspoon almond extract

* 1/2 cup milk

* 1/4 cup water

* For the Almond Glaze:

* 1 cup powdered sugar

* 2 tablespoons milk

* 1 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:

* Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

* In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.

* In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond extract.

* Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and water, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.

* Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

2. Make the Glaze:

* While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract in a small bowl until smooth.

3. Assemble the Cake:

* Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

* Once cool, drizzle the glaze over the cake.

Tips and Variations:

* For a richer flavor: Use blanched almond flour.

* For a nuttier flavor: Add 1/2 cup chopped almonds to the batter.

* For a different flavor: Substitute vanilla extract for almond extract.

* For a fun twist: Add a layer of almond buttercream frosting between two cake layers.

* For a more festive look: Decorate the cake with sliced almonds or edible almond flowers.

Enjoy your delicious homemade almond cake!