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White Almond Wedding Cake Recipe

White Almond Wedding Cake Recipe
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This White Almond Wedding Cake is a delicate and elegant dessert perfect for special occasions. Featuring a moist and fluffy almond-flavored cake layered with a rich and creamy almond buttercream frosting, it boasts a perfect balance of sweetness and nutty aroma. The cake is decorated with classy finishing touches like sliced almonds or edible pearls, making it an ideal centerpiece for weddings or celebrations.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1½ tsp almond extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1¼ cups whole milk, room temperature

For the Almond Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper to ensure the cakes do not stick.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer in a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes. This step creates the cake’s light texture.
  4. Add Egg Whites and Extracts: Gradually add the egg whites one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, add the almond extract and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Alternately add the dry flour mixture and the milk to the wet ingredients in three additions, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which could make the cake dense.
  6. Bake the Cake Layers: Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Cake Layers: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  8. Prepare the Almond Buttercream Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy for about 2 minutes. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Then add 2 to 3 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk, almond extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on high speed for 3 to 4 minutes until the frosting is light, fluffy, and smooth. Adjust consistency by adding more cream or powdered sugar as needed.
  9. Assemble the Cake: Place one cooled cake layer on your serving platter or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of almond buttercream frosting over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake. Use an offset spatula to smooth the frosting for a polished finish.
  10. Decorate and Serve: Adorn the cake with sliced almonds, fresh flowers, or edible pearls for an elegant appearance. Slice, serve, and enjoy this delicious White Almond Wedding Cake!

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients to ensure proper blending and light texture.
  • If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, you can increase almond extract slightly but avoid too much as it may overpower the cake.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the cake tender.
  • The frosting consistency can be adjusted by varying the amount of heavy cream or powdered sugar to suit your preference.
  • The cake layers can be made a day ahead and wrapped tightly to keep moist before frosting.
  • Decorations like sliced almonds toasted lightly add both flavor and texture contrast.
  • This cake is best stored refrigerated due to the buttercream but should be brought to room temperature before serving.

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