Aberarth Almond And Raspberry Cake
This Aberarth Almond and Raspberry Cake is a delightful dessert that originates from the beautiful region of Ceredigion. The combination of almonds and raspberries creates a perfect balance of nutty and fruity flavors, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined. Gently fold in the raspberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the batter.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 4g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Whisk Electric mixer Cooling rack
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Aberarth Almond and Raspberry Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use fresh raspberries when making this cake. Frozen raspberries can be used, but they may release more moisture during baking.
Cost
$15