Almond Cake

 
Almond Cake is a simple round cake that is full of almond flavor from the almond paste almond extract and even more almonds on top! It is perfectly delicious asis but you could always add a sprinkle of confectioners sugar on top.
Ingredients
Flour You will need a cup of allpurpose flour for this recipe. You could also use glutenfree flour if preferred although we have not tested that in this recipe.
Almond Paste Be sure to use almond paste not marzipan for this recipe. It is easy to confuse the two but the paste is best for baking.

Almond Extract Of course I had to add almond extract for even more flavor!
Almonds Look for sliced almonds to top the cake. You could leave them off the top but they do add lots of flavor and a nutty crunch I love.
What are some Optional Toppings?
As I stated above you cant go wrong with a little confectioners sugar sprinkled on top of the cake. However there are some more ideas that would also be delicious. Here are a few of my favorites
Whipped creamIce creamFresh fruit
But again the cake is just as delicious without any added toppings too!
How to Store Almond Cake
This cake can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It is still delicious after a couple of days for sure!
Can I Freeze this Cake?
Yes! In fact this cake freezes quite well. First let the cake cool completely. Next wrap it in plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil. Label and date the packaging it will last in the freezer for up to three months. When ready to enjoy transfer the frozen cake to the refrigerator to thaw.
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Almond Cake
PREP TIME10MINUTES MINS
COOK TIME50MINUTES MINS
TOTAL TIME1HOUR HR
Almond Cake is a dense moist cake full of almond flavor and topped with sliced almonds for a nutty crunch.
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Ingredients
1 cup 125 g allpurpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder¾ teaspoon kosher salt⅔ cup 7 ounces almond paste1 cup 200 g granulated sugar¾ cup 1 ½ sticks 170 g unsalted butter room temperature¼ teaspoon almond extract4 large eggs room temperature½ cup 46 g sliced almondsconfectioners sugar for dusting optional
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325F. Lightly spray a 9inch round cake pan with nonstick cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a medium bowl whisk together the flour baking powder and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl using