Almond Legend Cake (New Years Eve) Recipe

Name: Almond Legend Cake (New Years Eve)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ounces almonds slivered, chopped; ⅓ cup butter or margarine, softened; ⅓ cup vegetable shortening; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 3 large eggs separated; 1 teaspoon lemon zest grated; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 213 cups flour, all-purpose sifted; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 x almond apricot glaze

Servings: persons

2 ounces almonds slivered, chopped
⅓ cup butter or margarine, softened
⅓ cup vegetable shortening
1 1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs separated
1 teaspoon lemon zest grated
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
213 cups flour, all-purpose sifted
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup sugar
1 x almond apricot glaze

1
Sprinkle chopped almonds into a well-greased 10-inch Bundt pan; set aside.
2
Cream butter and shortening; gradually add 1 1/4 cups sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer.
3
Add egg yolks, and beat well.
4
Add lemon rind, juice, and flavorings; beat well.
5
Combine flour, baking powder, soda, and salt.
6
Add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
7
Mix after each addition; set batter aside.
8
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy.
9
Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, beating until stiff peaks form; fold egg white mixture into batter.
10
Pour batter into prepared pan.
11
Press whole almond just below surface of batter.
12
Bake at 350F (180C) for 50 to 55 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
13
Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove from pan, and let cool completely on a wire 10-inch cake.
14
NOTE: Make Almond Legend Cake every New Year's Eve for a fun tradition at your house.
15
Somewhere hidden in the baked cake will be a single whole almond.
16
Whoever gets the almond in their slice of cake, according to legend, will enjoy good fortune during the year

24065

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

4946

Carbs

659

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ounces almonds slivered, chopped, ⅓ cup butter or margarine, softened, ⅓ cup vegetable shortening, 1 1/4 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Almond Legend Cake (New Years Eve) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almond Legend Cake (New Years Eve)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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