Description
A delightful Almond Pound Cake that combines classic flavors with a moist, tender texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp Almond Extract
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Blanched Almond Slices (and more for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Combine the room temperature butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl. Use a hand blender to cream them together until light and fluffy.
- Crack in the eggs, one at a time, mixing until smooth after each addition. Add the yogurt and almond extract, continuing to mix until combined smoothly.
- Sift the flour with the baking powder and salt directly over the wet ingredients. Gently fold in the sliced almonds.
- Place the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a rubber spatula.
- Make a 1/2” deep score down the middle of the loaf lengthwise with a lightly oiled paring knife. Sprinkle additional almond slices on top.
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow it to cool to room temperature before slicing.
Notes
For added flavor, pair the cake with almond cream or a light almond glaze. Store in an airtight container to prolong freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: almond cake, pound cake, dessert, baking, easy recipes