Simple Almond Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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2 cups finely ground blanched almond flour
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¼ teaspoon sea salt
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¼ cup raw almond slices, plus extra for topping
→ Wet Ingredients
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½ cup maple syrup (pure)
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3 large eggs, fresh
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2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
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½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon almond flavoring extract
→ For Finishing
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Dusting of powdered sugar
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Coat an 8-inch springform or round pan generously with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
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Scatter the sliced almonds on a small tray, then pop them in the oven to roast for 4-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Cool completely afterward; don’t let them over-brown!
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Stir together the almond flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl until everything looks evenly combined.
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In a bigger bowl, whip the eggs, syrup, oil, and both extracts until smooth and mixed well.
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Pour the dry mix into the wet ingredients little by little. Use a spatula to fold it gently until the batter looks smooth and even.
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Pour the batter into the prepped pan, then sprinkle the roasted almond pieces on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Check if it’s ready using a toothpick; it should come out clean when done.
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Set the cake aside to cool right in the pan. Once cooled, sprinkle powdered sugar lightly over the top, and if you’d like, toss on some extra sliced almonds for a crunchy look!
# Notes:
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This light, fluffy almond cake has a maple-syrup sweetness you’ll love.
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Use almond flour that’s fresh for best texture, and adjust syrup if you want it more or less sweet.
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Mixing thoroughly but gently keeps the cake soft without making it dense or heavy.