Almond Macaroon Cake Recipe

Wow your guests with this incredibly easy Almond Macaroon Cake recipe! Perfect for unexpected company or a delightful weekend treat, this recipe delivers impressive results with minimal effort. A crowd-pleasing classic, it's also easily adaptable – try adding lemon zest, lemon juice, and a touch of ginger for a zesty twist (find that variation in a separate recipe!). Get ready to bake up rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 328.7 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Almond Macaroon Cake

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Almond Macaroon Cake

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • Slivered Almonds

How to Make Almond Macaroon Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the almond macaroons.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting or serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

121g

Fat

45g

Carbs

14g

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