Best 10 Almond Cake Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Almond cake is a delightful and flavorful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a sweet treat to enjoy after a meal or a centerpiece for your next party, this almond cake recipe by Tasty is sure to impress. This classic recipe combines the nutty flavor of almonds with a moist and tender crumb, resulting in a cake that is both delicious and visually appealing. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is a must-try for bakers of all skill levels.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Almond Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, almond flour, baking powder, powdered sugar

Provided by Sophia Saxonhouse

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
4 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract, (optional, if you don't have almond extract, use 1 tsp of vanilla)
2 ½ cups almond flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
powdered sugar, for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350*F and grease a 9-inch (22 cm)round pan with butter.
  • In a stand mixing bowl fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and
  • sugar until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in eggs one at time, fully incorporating after each addition and to this, beat in vanilla and almond extract.
  • Slowly add in almond flour and baking powder until fully incorporated.
  • Pour almond cake into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let rest for 20 minutes, and then flip onto a cake stand.
  • Dust with powdered sugar and serve!
  • Enjoy!

WHITE ALMOND WEDDING CAKE



White Almond Wedding Cake image

A secret ingredient of sour cream makes this cake so moist, dense, and delicious! I use this recipe for my kids' birthdays, but it's a favorite for wedding cakes, too! This recipe can easily be doubled.

Provided by CUPYCAKESMURF

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
1 ⅓ cups water
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour an 11x13 inch cake pan.
  • Stir together the white cake mix, flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl until well mixed. Pour in the water, sour cream, vegetable oil, almond and vanilla extracts, and egg whites, and beat with an electric mix on low until all the ingredients are mixed and moistened but some lumps still remain, 4 minutes.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, and bake in the preheated oven until the top is a light golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Allow to cool before frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 274.7 mg, Sugar 24 g

ALMOND FUDGE CAKES



Almond Fudge Cakes image

I teach in a school with three to four teachers per grade. I bake this cake in small springform pans so that each group can grab a cake before school and divide it among themselves later. Sometimes I slice the cakes into three or four slices and fill one layer with strawberry preserves or cherry pie filling. -Carleen Johns, Brownwood, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 large eggs, room temperature
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1 teaspoon almond extract
GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
5 teaspoons heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, sour cream, water, butter and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes., Spoon 1/2 cupfuls into 10 greased 4-in. fluted tube pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until creamy. Fold in whipped cream and almond extract; set aside., For glaze, in a large saucepan, combine the confectioners' sugar, chocolate chips, butter and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until smooth. Remove from the heat. Stir in cream and vanilla., Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place each bottom layer on a serving plate; top with a 3 tablespoons filling. Replace tops. Spoon glaze over cakes; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 870 calories, Fat 53g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 178mg cholesterol, Sodium 603mg sodium, Carbohydrate 89g carbohydrate (68g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

ALMOND PRALINE CAKES



Almond Praline Cakes image

Cute and chocolaty, these mini cakes are moist and rich with a crunchy almond crust. "The original recipe was so good that I just had to pare it down, and the new recipe is still delicious without a lot of leftovers," Kendra Doss relates from Smithville, Missouri.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/4 cup chopped almonds
BATTER:
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and milk. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Pour into four 8-oz. ramekins or custard cups coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with almonds; set aside. , In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Spoon over almonds. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of ramekins to loosen. Invert cakes onto dessert plates. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ALMOND CAKE



Almond Cake image

Provided by Claudia Roden

Categories     Cake     Dessert     Bake     Easter     Mother's Day     Almond     Spring     Summer     Shower     Engagement Party     Party     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound (1 3/4 cups) blanched whole almonds
6 large eggs, separated
1 1/4 cups superfine sugar
Grated zest of 1 orange
Grated zest of 1 lemon
4 drops almond extract
Confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Finely grind the almonds in a food processor.
  • With an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks with the sugar to a smooth pale cream. Beat in the zests and almond extract. Add the ground almonds and mix very well.
  • With clean beaters, beat the egg whites in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold them into the egg and almond mixture (the mixture is thick, so that you will need to turn it over quite a bit into the egg whites).
  • Grease an 11-inch springform pan, preferably nonstick, with butter and dust it with flour. Pour in the cake batter, and bake into a preheated 350°F for 40 minutes, or until it feels firm to the touch. Let cool before turning out.
  • Just before serving, dust the top of the cake with confectioners' sugar. Or, if you like, cut a St. James cross out of paper. Place it in the middle of the cake, and dust the cake with confectioners' sugar, then remove the paper.

ALMOND JOY CAKE



Almond Joy Cake image

This is a fantastic Almond Joy cake recipe-tastes just like the candy bar. -Daria Burcar, Rochester, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
1 cup buttermilk
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup canola oil
20 large marshmallows
1 cup sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped almonds
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate fudge frosting
Optional: large coconut flakes and toasted whole almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, buttermilk, eggs and oil; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Divide batter between prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 28-32 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a large saucepan, combine marshmallows, sugar, milk and cornstarch. Cook and stir over low heat until marshmallows are melted; increase heat to medium and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in coconut and almonds. Remove from heat; cool. Refrigerate filling until cold but still spreadable, about 45 minutes., Using a long serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally in half. Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with 1/3 of coconut filling. Repeat twice. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread fudge frosting over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour. Garnish with coconut flakes and almonds if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

DECADENT DAIRY-FREE CARROT CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Decadent Dairy-Free Carrot Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: raw cashew, hot water, full-fat coconut milk, powdered sugar, maple syrup, coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, salt, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, almond milk, coconut oil, unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, carrot, raisin, carrot, walnuts

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Desserts

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

4 cups raw cashew
hot water
15 oz full-fat coconut milk, cream from the top of the can
½ cup powdered sugar
1 cup maple syrup
¾ cup coconut oil, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 pinch salt
3 ½ cups flour, of choice, we used whole wheat
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 ½ tablespoons baking powder
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons nutmeg
1 pinch salt
3 cups almond milk
¾ cup coconut oil, melted
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
¾ cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 cups carrot, finely grated
1 cup raisin, optional
1 carrot, for garnish
½ cup walnuts, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add the cashews and enough hot water to cover them. Let soak for at least 1 hour.
  • Rinse and drain the cashews, then add them to a food processor or blender. Add the coconut cream, powdered sugar, maple syrup, coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary.
  • Transfer the cashew frosting to a bowl and refrigerate while you bake the cake.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease 3 separate 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, add the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk to combine.
  • In a separate large bowl, add the almond milk, coconut oil, applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk to combine.
  • In two batches, add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, folding with a spatula until combined. Some clumps are okay.
  • Add the grated carrots and raisins and fold them in.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the 3 pre-greased cake pans and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • Remove the cashew frosting from the fridge and mix it up well.
  • Choose which cake will be your bottom layer and cover evenly with about ⅓ of the cashew frosting. Top with the second layer, frosting evenly again. Add the final layer and frost the top of the cake generously
  • Grate a carrot over the top of the frosting and sprinkle with chopped walnuts for garnish.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1031 calories, Carbohydrate 111 grams, Fat 62 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 59 grams

ALMOND FUDGE CAKE



Almond Fudge Cake image

People are amazed that this luscious, moist and tender cake is a light dessert. I love the rich chocolate flavor and fruity sauce. -Mike Pickerel, Columbia, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 egg whites
1 cup fat-free milk
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon almond extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
RASPBERRY SAUCE:
2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
12 fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, milk, water, applesauce and extract until well blended. In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into egg white mixture until blended (batter will be thin)., Pour into a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with chips. Place pan on a baking sheet., Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 30 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; remove sides of pan. Cool completely., For sauce, puree the raspberries in a blender; strain to remove seeds. Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Spoon sauce onto dessert plates; top with cake wedges. Garnish each with 1 tablespoon whipped topping and a raspberry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

VEGAN CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Vegan Chocolate Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, cocoa powder, vegan butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, almond milk

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
½ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ cup coconut oil
½ cup maple syrup
1 ½ cups almond milk, or milk substitute
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
1 cup vegan butter, or vegetable shortening
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup almond milk, or milk substitute

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Add flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder to a large mixing bowl and whisk to thoroughly incorporate, making sure there are no lumps.
  • Once, the dry ingredients are thoroughly mixed together, create a small well in the middle and add in the coconut oil, maple syrup, and almond milk. Continue to whisk until a thick and lumpy batter forms.
  • Grease the inside of two 9-inch (23 cm) cake tins with coconut oil or nonstick baking spray, and add about 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder to dust the inside of the pan.
  • Pour half of the batter into each of the cake tins.
  • Bake them for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Once cakes are finished, transfer them or a cooking rack for 5-10 minutes before removing the finished cakes from their tins.
  • While the cakes cool prepare the frosting. Add vegan butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl and whisk using an electric hand-mixer until a smooth and glossy frosting forms.
  • Add almond milk and continue to mix until incorporated.
  • Choose which of the cakes will be the bottom of your finished cake and carefully level it off.
  • Place a small amount of the icing in the middle of your serving dish and place the cake on top.
  • Using about a cup (about 115g) of the icing, generously coat the bottom layer of the cake using a spatula.
  • Once the icing is spread out evenly, place the second cake on top and continue to frost the cake using the rest of the icing.
  • Refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 936 calories, Carbohydrate 132 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 79 grams

ALMOND CUSTARD CAKE



Almond Custard Cake image

This white cake pairs well with all sorts of frostings and fillings, but the chocolate frosting in this recipe is one of my favorites. Pressed for time? Add 1/2 tsp. of almond extract to a white cake mix instead. -Diane Shipley, Mentor, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 27

CHOCOLATE FROSTING:
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2-1/2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
CAKE:
4 egg whites
1/2 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/2 cups cake flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole milk
CUSTARD:
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup whole milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted
OPTIONAL DECORATIONS:
Recipe for Christmas Lights Cookies or decorated cookies of your choice
Green frosting

Steps:

  • For frosting, in a small saucepan, heat chocolate chips, cream and butter over medium-low heat, stirring until blended. Transfer to a large bowl; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a covered container; refrigerate until cold or overnight., For cake, place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°. Line bottoms of two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper., In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extracts. In another bowl, whisk cake flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold into batter., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For custard, in a small heavy saucepan, mix sugar, all-purpose flour and salt. Whisk in milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat., In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in extracts and almonds. Press plastic wrap onto surface of custard. Refrigerate until cold., To assemble cake, in a large bowl, beat cold frosting until fluffy and spreadable. Cut a small hole in the tip of a pastry bag or a corner of a food-safe plastic bag; fill bag with 1/3 cup frosting., Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Pipe a border of frosting along edge of cake. Fill center with custard. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides with remaining frosting. If desired, decorate with cookies and pipe with green frosting. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 22 g fat (9 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36 mg cholesterol, Sodium 395 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 91 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 8 g protein.

Tips:

  • Use almond flour for the best flavor and texture. Almond flour is made from finely ground almonds and gives the cake a moist, dense crumb. If you can't find almond flour, you can make your own by grinding almonds in a food processor until they are fine and powdery.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sliced almonds, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Conclusion:

Almond cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover almond flour. With its moist, dense crumb and nutty flavor, almond cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this almond cake recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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