Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our lemon almond cake, a culinary masterpiece that strikes a perfect balance between tart and sweet. This exquisite cake is adorned with a vibrant cranberry glaze, adding a touch of elegance and enhancing its delightful taste. With its tender crumb and bursts of citrusy goodness, this recipe will captivate your senses and leave you craving more.
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LEMON-OLIVE OIL CAKE WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE
"This cake is unfussy, it stays moist and the cranberries make the most gorgeous naturally colored glaze," says Molly.
Provided by Molly Yeh
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch round cake pan and line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, almond meal, salt, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds and lemon zest. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice and yogurt until very smooth. In a large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar and olive oil until combined, then whisk in the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the almond extract. Whisk in the flour mixture in three batches, alternating with the yogurt mixture in two batches, whisking well after each addition.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack to cool completely.
- Meanwhile, make the glaze: Combine the cranberries and water in a small saucepan over low heat and cook, smashing the cranberries with a rubber spatula as needed, until they start to break down and release their juices, 5 to 10 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium bowl, pressing on the solids with the rubber spatula and scraping off the bottom of the sieve. Add the confectioners' sugar and salt and mix until the glaze is smooth and spreadable. (It will seem like a lot of sugar at first but it will eventually incorporate.) If the glaze is too thick, add a couple drops of water. If it's too thin, add a pinch of confectioners' sugar.
- Spread the glaze over the top of the cake, allowing some to drip down the sides. Decorate as desired.
ALMOND CAKE WITH LEMONY GLAZE
This is a healthi(er) cake although it is very dense and slightly dry. I has a very pleasant flavour, no overpowering sweetness. It is extremely simple to make. I have included alternative for diabetics, but the original recipe itself is probably suitable, in moderation, for diabetics. I got this from a cookbook written by the cook at the daycare centre I attended as an infant. If your kids don't like the tartness of lemon, you could easily substitute the lemon by an orange. *I have made a couple of suggestions at the bottom of the directions.
Provided by Geniale Genie
Categories Tarts
Time 50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Beat the butter with brown sugar until creamy and until sugar is dissolved in the fat.
- Add eggs and beat well.
- Add all other ingredients and mix well.
- Pour in a grease 8x8 baking pan.
- Bake at 350F for 40-50 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool ten minutes, then pour hot glaze.
- To make glaze, mix all ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Pour onto warm cake and set aside for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- *I like to turn the cake upside down and poke holes with a toothpick, then pour on half the glaze. Turn the cake over, poke holes on top, then pour remaining glaze (keeping most of the zest for the top). I then pour glaze left over at the bottom, back into the pan, then slowly re-pour on top. I repeat until no, or little, glaze is pooled at the bottom of the dish.
- *I usually add little extra lemon zest, which I grind in the blender. I then set aside most of the zest and grind my almonds in the same container, that way, some of the lemon goes into the cake batter.
- *I usually bake this in a convection toaster-oven and it is ready in 30 minute rather than 40-50.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 40.9, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 7.1, Protein 3.5
CRANBERRY LEMON CAKE
I love the tart taste of Cranberries and Lemons... So I had to make something with both together... Perfectly Tart and not too sweet... and so easy to make... my kids love them too! a perfect combination...
Provided by paxye
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 50m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Beat together eggs, butter, sugar and vanilla.
- Mix in Lemon zest and juice.
- Add flour and baking powder and mix well.
- Fold in cranberries.
- Pour into 9 x 9 cake pan (the batter will be thick).
- Bake at 350 degrees 40-45 minutes .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.3, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 38.5, Sodium 82.9, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 19.4, Protein 2.1
CRANBERRY-ORANGE CAKE WITH LEMON GLAZE
I used cranberries for decorations in a wedding, then challenged myself to find a way to use up the surplus. This pretty, super moist cake with cranberries in the batter and sometimes, sugared ones on top, was the result! -S. Jade Klope, Paducah, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- If desired, for sugared cranberries, heat corn syrup in microwave until warm; gently toss cranberries in syrup, allowing excess to drip off. Toss in sugar to coat. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set, about 1 hour. , Preheat oven to 350°. Place cranberries in a 15x10-in. baking pan; sprinkle with sugar. Bake until soft and bubbly, 35-45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool to room temperature., Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until crumbly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in applesauce. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with orange juice, beating well after each addition. Stir in cooled cranberries., Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs, 45-55 minutes. Cool in pan 15 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate., Mix confectioners' sugar, butter and lemon juice until smooth. Brush over cake. Cool cake completely. If desired, serve with orange slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CRANBERRY-ALMOND POUND CAKE
When you want an extra-special dessert for the holidays, it's hard to beat a seasonal homemade cake. I like to drizzle mine with a simple but elegant glaze flavored with amaretto. -Jackie Howell, Tucson, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine dried cranberries and amaretto. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool., In a large bowl, beat almond paste, half of the butter, and 1/4 cup sugar until well blended. Add remaining butter and remaining sugar; cream until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in almond extract., Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Fold in fresh cranberries and dried cranberry mixture. Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan., Bake at 325° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 55-65 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., Combine glaze ingredients; beat until smooth. Drizzle over cake. If desired, top with sugared cranberries and sliced almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before baking.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing.
- For the cranberry glaze, use fresh cranberries for the best flavor.
- Cook the cranberries with sugar and water until thickened.
- Strain the glaze to remove any solids.
- Pour the glaze over the cooled cake and allow it to set before serving.
Conclusion:
This lemon almond cake with cranberry glaze is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberry glaze adds a beautiful pop of color and a burst of flavor. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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