Almond Joy Cake Recipe

This Almond Joy Cake is a delightful dessert inspired by the classic candy bar, featuring layers of chocolate, coconut, and almonds. It’s perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat to enjoy any day.

The recipe is straightforward and combines rich flavors that will satisfy any chocolate lover. You can also explore pairing it with a savory chicken recipe for a complete meal experience.

Decadent Almond Joy Cake

This cake features moist chocolate layers filled with coconut frosting and topped with a rich chocolate ganache and toasted almonds. The preparation time is about 1 hour, and it serves 10 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chopped almonds
1 cup heavy cream
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined. Gradually stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare Coconut Filling: In a bowl, mix shredded coconut and chopped almonds. Set aside.
Make Ganache: Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just boiling. Pour over chopped chocolate in a bowl and let sit for a few minutes. Stir until smooth.
Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of coconut filling on top. Place the second cake layer on top and pour the ganache over the entire cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Garnish: Top the cake with additional shredded coconut and whole almonds if desired. Allow the ganache to set before slicing.