Almond spongecake with chocolate frosting

Sponge cake is a light and airy cake that gets its name from its sponge-like texture, which is achieved by beating air into the batter.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Almond spongecake with chocolate frosting

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Almond flour
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 4 ounce Dark chocolate
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and heavy cream together, stirring until smooth.
9. Let the chocolate ganache cool slightly, then spread it over the cooled cake.
10. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the chocolate ganache.
11. Let the cake rest for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

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.