Absolutely Almond Pound Cake

Absolutely Almond Pound Cake is a moist and delicious cake that highlights the wonderful flavor of almonds. Perfect for tea time or as a dessert, this cake is rich, buttery, and has a lovely almond aroma. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:

Absolutely Almond Pound Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
• For the Glaze (optional):
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon pure almond extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add Eggs and Extracts:
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the almond extract and vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
6. Pour into Pan:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt or tube pan, smoothing the top.
7. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top begins to brown too much, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
8. Cool:
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Glaze (Optional):
   • In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake if desired.
10. Serve:
    • Slice and enjoy your Absolutely Almond Pound Cake! It’s wonderful on its own or served with fresh fruit or whipped cream.

Tips:

• Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
• Almond Slices: For added texture and flavor, you can sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the glaze or mix them into the batter.

Enjoy your baking! This pound cake is sure to impress with its delightful almond flavor.