White Almond Wedding Cake
This stunning White Almond Wedding Cake is a delightful creation that makes every occasion feel special, combining fluffy layers with a gentle almond flavor that everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Use a good brand for consistent results.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps the cake rise.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances the flavors.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use good quality butter.
- 4 large eggs Provides structure and moisture.
- 1 tablespoon almond extract The star ingredient for flavor.
- 1 cup whole milk For a creamy batter.
- 0.5 cup slivered almonds (optional) Adds a delightful crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them with butter and dusting with flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, eggs, almond extract, and whole milk into the bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed for about 3 minutes until smooth.
- If you're using slivered almonds, gently fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
Baking
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost with your favorite frosting, such as vanilla buttercream or chocolate ganache.
Notes
This cake can be made ahead of time and freezes well. Always ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
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