Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed)
– 1 teaspoon almond extract
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ cup sliced almonds (for topping)
– Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Creating this amazing Raspberry Almond Cake is simple when you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs: Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Incorporate Extracts: Stir in the almond extract and vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well blended.
6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
7. Fold in Raspberries: Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8. Transfer to Pan: Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
9. Top with Almonds: Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top of the batter for a gorgeous finish.
10. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
Following these steps will yield a stunning Raspberry Almond Cake that is as delightful to look at as it is to eat.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 5g