ZUCCHINI ALMOND CAKE

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This cake looks so nice and is SO good. A change fron the chocolate Zucchini cake.I have had this recipe for years and always use it in Zucchini season and have purchased zucchini just to make this cake as well.I have handed out this recipe many times. I have also frozen this cake and glazed it before serving

Provided by Dotty2

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
3 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups oil
1 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups finely grated peeled zucchini
1 cup ground almonds
1 1/2 cups icing sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease well and flour 10" tube pan.
  • Sift together Flour,baking powder,baking soda,and salt.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs until thick and light colored.
  • Gradually add sugar 1/4 cup at a time beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in oil and almond extract.
  • blend in dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
  • Stir in zucchini and almonds.
  • pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 1 HR 15Mins or until skewer inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan for about 15 minutes remove from pan and cool completely on rack.
  • spread with almond glaze.
  • FOR GLAZE:.
  • stir together icing sugar,milk,and extract until smooth.
  • spread over top of cooled cake.
  • Let icing run down sides of cake.
  • Sprinkle top with toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 70.9, Sodium 387.8, Carbohydrate 92.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 66, Protein 8.1

Kaissar wagih
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This cake was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add some spices next time, like cinnamon or nutmeg.


Ivan Bogdanov
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This cake was a huge hit at my last party. Everyone raved about the moist texture and the delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Mihnea Michel Merlan
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I love this cake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I often add a cup of chocolate chips to the batter for an extra special treat.


Basit Kashmiri
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This is my new favorite zucchini bread recipe! It's so moist and flavorful, and the almond extract adds a delicious nutty flavor. I've already made it twice and I'm planning on making it again soon.


Lethabo Diale
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cake turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Mohammed Hussein xagla toosiye Barow
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Rumi zia
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the almond extract added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


dieuego apanane
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This cake was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved the combination of zucchini and almonds. I will definitely be making this again.


Arwa Houssin
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the moist texture and the nutty flavor of the almonds. It's also a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into their diet.


Kent Tompkins
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This zucchini almond cake was a delightful surprise! The texture was moist and fluffy, with a subtle sweetness and a hint of almond. It was easy to make and a perfect way to use up some extra zucchini from my garden.


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