Almond Cake with Citrus Syrup

Description:

A moist almond cake drenched in a zesty citrus syrup, offering a refreshing twist with every bite. Ideal for afternoon tea or a citrusy dessert.

Cooking Equipment Needed:

• Oven Round cake pan Saucepan Mixing bowls

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  1 teaspoon baking powder
  1/2 teaspoon salt
  3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  1 cup granulated sugar
  4 large eggs
  1 teaspoon almond extract
  For the citrus syrup:
  Juice of 1 orange
  Juice of 1 lemon
  1/2 cup sugar

Cooking Time:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Cooking Steps:

Prepare Cake: Preheat the oven to 350F (175C). Grease and flour a round cake pan. In a bowl, mix almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in almond extract.

Combine Mixtures: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Prepare Citrus Syrup: In a saucepan, combine orange juice, lemon juice, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the syrup thickens slightly.

Finish: While the cake is still warm, poke holes in the top with a fork and pour the citrus syrup over the cake.

Serve: Let the cake absorb the syrup before serving, either warm or at room temperature.