Recipe: 5-Minute Almond Cake
Category: Desserts
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Peeled almonds | 200g |
| All-purpose flour | 200g |
| Butter | 200g |
| Granulated sugar | 200g |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Grand Marnier | 80g |
| Lemon zest | 1 |
| Baking powder | 10g |
| Salt | Pinch |
| Powdered sugar (for dusting) | As needed |
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your static oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare your baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
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Prepare the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, peeled almonds, cubed butter, 3 whole eggs, baking powder, a pinch of salt, and the freshly grated zest of one lemon.
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Mix the Ingredients: Add the Grand Marnier to the bowl and mix everything together until smooth and well-blended. The mixture should be thick but smooth.
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Pour and Level: Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to evenly spread the mixture across the pan, leveling the surface.
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Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 50 minutes. If you prefer using a fan-assisted (convection) oven, set it to 160°C (320°F) and bake for about 40 minutes. Check the cake’s doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – if it comes out clean, it’s done. If the top of the cake starts to brown too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool slightly in the pan. Afterward, remove the cake from the pan and place it on a cooling rack to cool completely. Before serving, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar.
Enjoy your delightful 5-Minute Almond Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion! This easy and quick dessert combines the richness of almonds and butter with a hint of lemon and the warmth of Grand Marnier, offering a flavorful indulgence that’s sure to impress.
