Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Almond Amaretto Pound Cake
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 10-inch bundt pan with butter or baking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 8 ounces of room-temperature cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
- Mix in 1/4 cup of amaretto liqueur and 1 teaspoon of almond extract. Then, add 3 large eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 25 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 300°F (149°C) and continue baking for another 40-45 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 20 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat together 8 ounces of room-temperature cream cheese and 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter, gradually adding 4 cups of sifted confectioners' sugar and a pinch of salt until fluffy.
- Mix in 2 tablespoons of amaretto and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream into the frosting.
- Once the cake is cooled, spread the frosting generously on top and sprinkle with slivered almonds.
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Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store unfrosted cake at room temperature and frost just before serving.
