Lemon-Almond Cake with Lemon Curd Filling

Lemon-Almond Cake with Lemon Curd Filling is a popular dessert that combines the refreshing taste of lemon with the nutty flavor of almonds. It is often served at special occasions and celebrations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Lemon-Almond Cake with Lemon Curd Filling

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 cup Lemon curd
• ¹⁄₄ cup Sliced almonds
• for dusting Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once the cake is completely cooled, slice it in half horizontally. Spread lemon curd evenly on the bottom half and place the top half back on.
8. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top and dust with powdered sugar.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.