Description
Discover the sweet and nutty satisfaction of this Maple Almond Cake, perfect for celebrations or just because. This cake marries the subtle sweetness of maple syrup with the crisp texture of toasted almonds, all enveloped in a moist, tender cake and topped with a luxurious almond-infused frosting.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 1 cup toasted almonds, chopped
For the frosting:
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups powdered sugar
– 1/4 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon almond extract
– 1/2 cup toasted almonds, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the maple syrup, mixing until combined.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the batter alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped toasted almonds.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
9. For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the heavy cream, until smooth and spreadable. Stir in the almond extract.
10. Spread frosting between the cooled cake layers and over the top and sides. Garnish with remaining toasted almonds.