Easy Almond Cake Recipe

This almond cake recipe from The Cooking Foodie on Youtube is gluten and dairy free – perfect for people who have these allergies. But even without flour, this almond cake is still moist and just bursting with flavors. It’s also quick and easy to make and the perfect dessert for a health-conscious family member. Watch the video below to learn the full recipe.

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs (separated)
• 1 & 1/2 cups (150g) of ground almond (flour consistency)
• 3 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
• 1/2 cup (100g) sugar + 2 tbsp (25g)
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup of sliced almonds

Directions:

Step 1

Separate the egg whites and the yolks of 4 eggs in two different bowls. Add 1/2 cup of sugar to the egg yolks, then beat it until smooth consistency. After beating, add zest from 1 lemon and 3 tbsp of vegetable oil. Beat again until the ingredients are incorporated. Next, add 1 & 1/2 cups of ground almond with flour consistency into the mixture. Mix well. After this, add a pinch of salt to the egg whites and beat it until foamy.

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Step 2

Gradually add 2 tbsp of sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Slowly add the foamy egg whites into the egg yolks mixture while mixing it. Transfer the batter to a pan. Spread it evenly across, then add sliced almonds. Place it in the oven at 340 degrees F and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, pull it out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 1o minutes. After cooling, remove it from the pan and serve.

Easy Almond Cake Recipe