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Almond Raspberry Cake Recipe

To make an Almond Raspberry Cake, you will need to follow a recipe that combines the rich flavor of almonds with the tartness of raspberries. Here is a simple yet delicious recipe to create this delightful dessert:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup ground almonds (almond flour)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)

For the Raspberry Sauce:

• 2 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Almond Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk
• ½ teaspoon almond extract
• Sliced almonds for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preparing the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground almonds, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the almond extract.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in gently until just combined.
5. Add raspberries: Gently fold in the raspberries. Be careful not to overmix to avoid breaking the raspberries too much.
6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Making the Raspberry Sauce:

1. Cook raspberries: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until the raspberries break down and the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
2. Strain sauce: Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds. Allow cooling to room temperature.

3. Preparing the Almond Glaze:

1. Mix ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and almond extract. Add more milk as needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
2. Glaze the cake: Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the almond glaze over the top. Garnish with sliced almonds.

4. Serving:

Serve the cake with the raspberry sauce on the side or drizzle some sauce over the cake slices when serving.

Enjoy your Almond Raspberry Cake, a perfect blend of nutty almonds and tangy raspberries, ideal for any occasion or simply as a delightful treat for yourself.