Almond-Coffee Cake Recipe ๐ฐโ
Introduction:
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this delightful Almond-Coffee Cake, a perfect companion to your morning cup of coffee or tea. Lightly spiced with nutmeg and mace, and generously topped with crunchy almonds, this cake is bound to make your guests feel welcome and warm inside. With its easy preparation and heavenly taste, it’s an ideal treat for both weeknights and special occasions.
- Preparation Time: 1 hour
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 342 kcal
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Flour |
| 2 1/2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 3/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground nutmeg |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground mace |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 2/3 cup | Granulated sugar |
| 1/3 cup | Butter |
| 1/2 cup | Margarine |
| 1/2 cup | Milk |
| 1/2 cup | Raisins |
| 1/2 | Lemon, rind of |
| – | Light corn syrup |
| 1/2 cup | Almonds, sliced |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) to ensure it’s ready when the batter is prepared.
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Prepare Pan: Grease a 9-inch layer cake pan generously with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, ground nutmeg, and ground mace until well combined. Set aside.
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Prepare Batter: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat together the eggs, granulated sugar, butter, and margarine until smooth and creamy.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add half of the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
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Add Flavorings: Pour in the milk, and then fold in the raisins, lemon peel, and ยผ cup of sliced almonds, mixing until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Complete Batter: Incorporate the remaining flour mixture into the batter, and continue to beat for approximately 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally, until the batter is smooth and well combined.
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Transfer to Pan: Pour the prepared batter into the greased cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure it bakes evenly.
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Top with Almonds: Sprinkle the remaining ยผ cup of sliced almonds decoratively around the edges of the batter, adding a delightful crunch and visual appeal.
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Bake: Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for approximately 10 minutes to set.
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Remove from Pan: Carefully remove the cake from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Glaze: While the cake is still warm, lightly brush the top with light corn syrup, adding a subtle sweetness and shine to the finished cake.
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Serve: Once cooled, slice the Almond-Coffee Cake into generous portions and serve alongside your favorite hot beverage for a truly delightful treat.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 342 kcal
- Fat: 13.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 5.9 g
- Cholesterol: 75.3 mg
- Sodium: 412.6 mg
- Carbohydrates: 50.3 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 22.6 g
- Protein: 7.1 g
Conclusion:
Treat yourself and your loved ones to the irresistible flavors of this Almond-Coffee Cake, perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a morning pick-me-up or a delightful dessert, its soft texture, warm spices, and crunchy almonds are sure to leave everyone craving for more. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to bake up some delicious memories!
