Description
This Almond Cardamom Cake is a delicate and aromatic treat, perfect for afternoon tea. It combines the rich, nutty flavor of almonds with the warm, spicy kick of cardamom. A comforting yet sophisticated dessert that’s ideal for any gathering.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or non-stick spray and line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cardamom, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients in batches, alternating with the milk and sour cream. Start and end with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely. Slice and serve, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Do Not Overmix: Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature to achieve the best texture.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Cake
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Almond Cardamom Cake, Tea Cake, Almond Cake, Cardamom Cake, Afternoon Tea Cake, Easy Cake Recipes