Almond Coffee Cake with Amaretto Glaze Recipe 🍰☕
Overview:
Indulge in the delightful aroma and taste of Almond Coffee Cake with Amaretto Glaze, a perfect treat for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family brunch or a festive holiday gathering. This almond-spiked coffee cake promises to tantalize your taste buds with its rich flavors and moist texture. Plus, it only gets better with time, making it an ideal make-ahead dessert that you can savor for days. So, let’s embark on this culinary adventure and create a masterpiece that will surely impress your loved ones!
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces almond paste
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup low-fat milk
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup Amaretto liqueur
- Sliced almonds for topping
Instructions:
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). | |
| Generously grease and flour a tube pan or your preferred baking dish. | |
| In a large bowl, cream together almond paste, sugar, and butter until smooth and fluffy. | |
| Add vanilla extract, eggs, and milk to the almond mixture, blending until well incorporated. | |
| Gradually fold in flour, salt, baking powder, and cornstarch until a thick, fluffy batter forms. | |
| If serving cake bottom side up, sprinkle sliced almonds into the bottom of the prepared pan. | |
| Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle sliced almonds on top. | |
| Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the cake is evenly golden brown and slightly cracked on top. | |
| Once cooled, dust the cake with confectioners’ sugar or prepare the Amaretto glaze for drizzling. | |
| For the glaze, combine water and granulated sugar in a small saucepan over low heat until dissolved. | |
| Stir in Amaretto liqueur and continue heating for an additional 2-3 minutes. | |
| Allow the glaze to cool slightly before drizzling over the cake. | |
| Optionally, you can poke holes into the top of the cake before applying the glaze for better absorption. | |
| Serve slices of this delectable coffee cake with your favorite hot beverage and enjoy! |
Notes:
- Make sure to prepare the cake at least one day before serving to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- If Amaretto liqueur is unavailable, you can substitute with 1/4 cup water combined with 1/2 teaspoon almond extract for the glaze.
- Feel free to customize the cake by adding dried fruits or additional nuts to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days, though it’s unlikely there will be any left!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 4248.6
- Fat: 164g
- Saturated Fat: 69.2g
- Cholesterol: 887.7mg
- Sodium: 2394.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 621.2g
- Fiber: 20.1g
- Sugar: 307.3g
- Protein: 83.2g
Keywords:
Fruit, Nuts, Christmas, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Recipe Category:
Breads
Yield:
1 coffee cake
Enjoy your baking journey, and may every bite of this Almond Coffee Cake with Amaretto Glaze be filled with joy and satisfaction! 🌟🍰
