Leonese-style Almond Cake (Tarta de Almendra a la Leonés)

Tarta de Almendra a la Leonés, or Leonese-style Almond Cake, is a traditional dessert from the region of León in Spain. This delicious cake is made with ground almonds and has a moist, dense texture with a rich almond flavor. It's perfect for serving with a cup of coffee or tea, or as a sweet ending to a meal.

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Leonese-style Almond Cake (Tarta de Almendra a la Leonés)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ground almonds
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold in the ground almonds, almond extract, and baking powder until well combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
6g
Fat
16g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Electric mixer Spatula Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tarta de Almendra a la Leonés with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For an extra indulgent treat, drizzle the cake with a bit of honey or chocolate sauce before serving.

Cost

$8