Delicious Almond Pound Cake Recipe

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

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the batter.
5. 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.
6. Slice and serve the almond pound cake with a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.

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