Indulge in the rich flavor of almonds with this moist and tender almond pound cake. Perfect for a special occasion or an everyday treat, this recipe is easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup finely ground almonds
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the almond extract and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Fold in the finely ground almonds.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the almond pound cake with a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
