Royal Almond Cake – Elegant, Moist & Majestic!

This buttery almond cake is moist, aromatic, and topped with delicate sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar. It’s perfect for special occasions—or anytime you want to bake like royalty!

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 Ingredients

• 200g unsalted butter, at room temperature

• 200g sugar

• 3 large eggs

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• 1 tsp almond extract

• 150g all-purpose flour

• 50g ground almonds (almond flour)

• 1 tsp baking powder

• A pinch of salt

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• 100g sliced almonds

Optional for garnish:

• Powdered sugar

 Directions

 1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20 cm (8-inch) round or rectangular cake pan.

 2. Cream the Butter & Sugar

Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

 3. Add Eggs & Almond Extract

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the almond extract.

 4. Mix Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, baking powder, and salt.

 5. Combine Wet & Dry

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Mix until just combined.

 6. Fold in Almonds

Fold in most of the sliced almonds, saving a handful for the topping.

7. Pour and Smooth

Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

 8. Top with Almonds

Sprinkle the reserved sliced almonds over the batter.

9. Bake

Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

 10. Cool & Garnish

Let the cake cool fully before removing it from the pan. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving.

 Time & Servings

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Bake Time: 35 minutes

• Total Time: 50 minutes

• Servings: 8–10 slices

• Calories: ~320 kcal per slice

Tips & Variations

• Add a splash of orange zest or lemon zest for a citrus twist.

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• Swap half the flour for spelt or oat flour for a hearty touch.

• Serve with whipped cream or raspberry preserves.

 FAQs

Q: Can I make this cake gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use a gluten-free flour blend and ensure your baking powder is certified GF.

Q: How should I store it?
A: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

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