Slivered Almond Passover Fudge Cake Recipe

Name: Slivered Almond Passover Fudge Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Fudge Cake Batter; 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee powder; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted; 4 large eggs, at room temperature; 3/4 cup matzoh cake meal; 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted; Finishing; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted; One 9-inch springform pan, buttered

Servings: persons

Fudge Cake Batter
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee powder
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3/4 cup matzoh cake meal
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Finishing
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
One 9-inch springform pan, buttered

1
Set a rack at the middle level of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees.
2
Use an electric mixer on medium speed, fitted with the paddle attachment to beat together the butter, sugar, brown sugar, espresso powder and almond extract until light, about 2 minutes.
3
Beat in chocolate, then eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4
Stop to scrape bowl and beater often.
5
Beat in the cake meal, then almonds.
6
Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7
Bake the cake 30 to 40 minutes, until it is fairly firm in the center, but still somewhat soft in general.
8
Do not overbake or cake will be very dry.
9
Cool the cake up on a rack.
10
To finish the cake, run the blade of a small knife between the side of the pan and the cake all around to loosen it.
11
Unbuckle the springform side and remove it, but leave the cake on the base.
12
To make the whipped cream, combine the cream, sugar and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer and whip until the cream holds soft peaks.
13
Spread the cream over the top of the cake and sprinkle with the slivered almonds.
14
If you are preparing the cake early in the day, leave it covered at room temperature and whip the cream and refrigerate it.
15
Rewhip the cream if it has separated, spread it on the cake and sprinkle with the almonds right before serving.

1406

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

Carbs

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.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Fudge Cake Batter, 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed, and more.

Yes, Slivered Almond Passover Fudge Cake 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.

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Slivered Almond Passover Fudge Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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