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      Chocolate Almond Cake

      February 5, 2023 by Kelsey Leave a Comment

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      Look no further than chocolate almond cake if you’re looking for a delicious, indulgent dessert that will win over the family’s approval. This classic cake is easy to make and has a unique flavor that will delight your taste buds. Chocolate almond cake is excellent for any occasion – a dinner party or an ordinary Tuesday night!

      With its unique flavor and simple ingredients, everyone who tries this timeless dessert will love it. Now that you know more about chocolate almond cake, why not try this delicious treat tonight? Your family will thank you.

      Contents

      • What Does Chocolate Almond Cake Taste Like?
      • Is Chocolate Almond Cake Easy to Make?
      • Does Chocolate Almond Cake Keep Well?
      • More Dessert Recipes
      • Chocolate Almond Cake

      What Does Chocolate Almond Cake Taste Like?

      Chocolate almond cake has an unmistakable flavor that comes from rich cocoa powder, sweet vanilla extract, and crunchy almonds. The result is a moist and tender cake with a deep chocolate flavor balanced by the almonds’ sweetness. It’s truly a delightful treat!

      Is Chocolate Almond Cake Easy to Make?

      Yes! It’s one of those cakes that takes very little time to put together, but it looks like it took a long time. The ingredients are simple and can be found in most grocery stores. The instructions are easy to follow, so even baking beginners can quickly whip up this decadent dessert.

      Does Chocolate Almond Cake Keep Well?

      The cake lasts up to four days in the refrigerator or several days at room temperature when stored in an airtight container. It also freezes well; wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic before freezing it for up to two months. When ready to enjoy it again, thaw at room temperature before serving.

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      Chocolate Almond Cake

      One of the best chocolate cake that is moist beyond imagination! This ridiculouslyeasy-to-bake cake is covered in chocolaty almond frosting.
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      Prep Time 20 mins
      Cook Time 30 mins
      Total Time 50 mins
      Course Dessert
      Cuisine American
      Servings 24
      Calories 204 kcal

      Ingredients
        

      • Non-Stick Cooking Spray
      • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use room temperature ingredients.
      • 2 cups sugar
      • ¼ tsp salt
      • 1 cup butter
      • 4 tbsp cocoa powder
      • 1 cup boiling water
      • ½ cup buttermilk
      • 2 eggs beaten
      • 1 tsp baking soda
      • 1 tsp vanilla extract
      • ¾ cup butter plus 2 tbsp
      • 4 tbsp cocoa powder
      • 6 tbsp milk
      • 1 tsp vanilla extract
      • 3 cups powdered sugar
      • ½ cup almonds chopped finely

      Instructions
       

      • Preheat your oven to350 °F.
      • Lightly grease an18x13-inch sheet pan with cooking spray.
      • For the cake: in abowl, add the flour, sugar and salt and mix well.
      • In a saucepan, addthe butter and cook until melted.
      • Add the cocoa powderand stir to combine.
      • Stir in the boilingwater and bring to a boil.
      • Remove from the heatand place the butter mixture over the flour mixture.
      • With a wooden spoon,stir the mixture and set aside to cool slightly.
      • In a small bowl, addthe buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract and baking soda and beat until wellcombined.
      • Add the buttermilkmixture into the bowl of the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
      • Place the mixture into the prepared sheet panand with a spatula, spread in an even layer.
      • Bake for about 20 minutes or untila toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
      • Remove the sheet panfrom the oven and place onto a wire rack to cool for about 10 minutes.
      • Then invert the cakeonto the wire rack to cool slightly before frosting.
      • For the frosting: ina small saucepan, add the butter over medium heat and cook until melted.
      • Stir in the cocoapowder and remove from the heat.
      • Add the powderedsugar, milk and vanilla extract and stir until well combined.
      • Add the almonds and stirto combine.
      • Place the frostingover the warm cake evenly.
      • Cut the cake into desired-sized pieces and serve.

      Nutrition

      Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 101mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 63IUCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg
      Keyword all purpose flour, cocoa powder
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