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White Almond Wedding Cake Recipe

White Almond Wedding Cake Recipe
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A classic and elegant White Almond Wedding Cake recipe featuring moist, fluffy cake layers flavored with almond and vanilla extracts, paired with a smooth, buttery almond buttercream frosting. Perfect for weddings, special occasions, or any celebration.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 ½ tsp almond extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk, room temperature

For the Almond Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper to ensure the cakes release easily after baking.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer in a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together for about 3-4 minutes until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color. This step is essential for an airy cake texture.
  4. Add Egg Whites and Extracts: Add the egg whites one at a time into the creamed butter and sugar mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition. Then, add the almond and vanilla extracts and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk—start and end with the flour. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cake.
  6. Bake the Cake Layers: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Cake Layers: Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then carefully turn them out onto wire racks and allow to cool completely before frosting.
  8. Prepare the Almond Buttercream Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the heavy cream or milk, almond extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on high until the frosting is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Adjust thickness with more cream or powdered sugar as needed.
  9. Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on your serving platter. Spread a generous layer of almond buttercream over the top. Place the second layer on top and cover with the remaining frosting, smoothing the sides and top for a polished finish.
  10. Decorate and Serve: Garnish with sliced almonds, fresh flowers, or edible pearls for an elegant touch. Slice and serve this delicious White Almond Wedding Cake at room temperature for the best flavor.

Notes

  • For a whiter cake, consider using clear vanilla extract.
  • To make a four-layer cake, simply double all ingredient quantities and bake in four 9-inch pans.
  • For a stronger almond flavor, increase almond extract to 2 teaspoons.
  • Use room-temperature ingredients to achieve a better-emulsified batter and lighter cake texture.
  • Brushing the cake layers with simple syrup (equal parts water and sugar boiled together) can help keep the cake moist.
  • Store leftovers at room temperature in airtight containers for 2-5 days or refrigerate for up to five days.
  • Freeze cake slices wrapped in plastic and placed in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months; thaw overnight in the fridge.

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Keywords: white almond cake, wedding cake, almond buttercream, almond extract cake, vanilla almond cake, layered cake, wedding dessert

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