Creamy Almond Cake Recipe

Creamy Almond Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake Base:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• A pinch of salt

For the Creamy Filling:

• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake Base:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a springform pan.
   • In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the chilled butter and rub it in with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
   • Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Creamy Filling:
   • In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add a small amount of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper them.
   • Pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool slightly.
   • Once cooled, fold in the heavy cream.
3. Assemble the Cake:
   • Pour the creamy filling over the cake base in the springform pan.
   • In a small bowl, mix the sliced almonds, sugar, and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the creamy filling.
4. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
5. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing the sides of the springform pan.
   • Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
   • Slice and serve.

Enjoy your delicious creamy almond cake!