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Almond Amaretto Pound Cake

Moist Almond Amaretto Pound Cake You’ll Love

A moist Almond Amaretto Pound Cake, rich in flavor and topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Essential for rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps with browning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Room temperature
  • 8 ounces cream cheese For texture and flavor
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake
  • 0.5 cups amaretto liqueur Infuses almond flavor
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Enhances flavor
  • 4 large eggs Room temperature
For the Frosting
  • 3 cups confectioners’ sugar For a smooth frosting
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream To achieve ideal consistency
For Decoration
  • sliced almonds Optional garnish

Equipment

  • 10-inch bundt pan
  • electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease your bundt pan.
  2. Mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream together butter and cream cheese, then add sugar until fluffy.
  4. Incorporate amaretto and almond extract, then add eggs one at a time.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the bundt pan and bake for 25 minutes before reducing the temperature to 300°F (149°C) for another 40-45 minutes.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack.
  8. Make the frosting by combining cream cheese and butter, then gradually adding sugar, salt, amaretto, and heavy cream.
  9. Frost the cooled cake and garnish with sliced almonds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal results. Adjust amaretto and almond extracts to your taste.

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