Moist Italian Almond Cake With a Delicate Nutty Crumb

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes

Italian almond cake is the unfussy single layer I make when I want something not too sweet, dense with almond flour. I use almond flour rather than extract so the nuttiness tastes baked in.

Perfect for any occasion, this Italian almond cake recipe is simple to make and can be served with a dusting of powdered sugar or a sweet glaze to enhance its flavor.

Delicious Italian Almond Cake

This Italian almond cake boasts a moist texture and a subtle almond flavor that is sure to impress your family and friends. It’s baked until golden brown and can be enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet treat with coffee. The recipe takes about 60 minutes from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 cup ground almonds
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Sliced almonds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the ground almonds, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake 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, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or top with sliced almonds before serving.