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White Almond Wedding Cake Recipe

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This elegant White Almond Wedding Cake is a classic dessert featuring moist layers of almond-flavored white cake paired with rich almond buttercream frosting. Perfect for weddings or special occasions, this cake delivers a delicate nutty aroma balanced with a silky smooth finish, making it both visually stunning and deliciously memorable.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk

For the Almond Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Garnish:

  • Whole or sliced almonds
  • White chocolate shavings
  • Edible flowers

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside to ensure the leavening agents are evenly distributed and the flour is light and aerated.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes. This incorporates air that gives the cake a tender crumb.
  3. Add Egg Whites and Flavors: Slowly add the egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the almond and vanilla extracts thoroughly for an even nutty aroma.
  4. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: Reduce the mixer speed to low. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture and milk alternately, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cake.
  5. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans, or line with parchment paper for easy removal.
  6. Divide and Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely. Cooling is essential before frosting to prevent the buttercream from melting.
  8. Make the Almond Buttercream Frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed. Once combined, add almond extract, vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt. Beat on high speed for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  9. Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of buttercream on top. Repeat with remaining layers. Apply a thin crumb coat over the entire cake and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
  10. Final Frosting and Decoration: Apply a final thick layer of buttercream frosting smoothly over the cake. Garnish with whole or sliced almonds, white chocolate shavings, or edible flowers as desired to enhance the wedding presentation.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best mixing results.
  • Use almond flour or meal in the batter for an extra nutty flavor variation.
  • The cake can be made a day ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
  • For a gluten free option, substitute cake flour with a gluten free baking mix.
  • Handling egg whites gently and beating to soft peaks can lighten the texture even more if folded in at the end.

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