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Easy Almond Custard Cake

A soft, tender almond cake with a creamy custard-like center and delicate nutty flavor. This simple baked dessert is elegant enough for gatherings but easy enough for a casual family treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Baked Goods, Brunch, Cake, Custard, Dessert
Cuisine European-Inspired
Servings 9
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until smooth and slightly pale.
  • Add the melted butter, whole milk, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
  • Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center is set with a slight custard-like softness.
  • Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar or top with sliced almonds before serving. Fresh berries pair especially well with the almond flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal
Keyword almond cake, almond extract, custard cake, easy dessert, tender crumb
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