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Vanilla Almond Cake with Creamy Vanilla Buttercream

Vanilla Almond Cake with Creamy Vanilla Buttercream Delight

Enjoy a slice of Moist Vanilla Almond Cake with Creamy Vanilla Buttercream, perfect for any celebration!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 9 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Vanilla Almond Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; can use cake flour for lighter texture.
  • ¼ cup Instant Clearjel Adds moisture; substitute with instant pudding mix if unavailable.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances taste; use kosher salt for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Key for moisture; substitute with milk and vinegar if needed.
  • ¾ cup Water Dilutes the batter for consistency.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Primary flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Primary flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar React with baking soda for fluffiness.
  • 1 ½ cups Sugar Adds sweetness; brown sugar enhances flavor.
  • ½ cup Salted Butter Provides richness; can substitute with unsalted.
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil Contributes moisture.
  • ½ cup Corn Syrup Adds sweetness; honey or agave are substitutes.
  • 2 Eggs Creates structure; use room temperature.
  • 2 Egg Whites Adds moisture; always room temperature.
  • ½ teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes whipped egg whites.
Buttercream Ingredients
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese Adds creaminess to frosting.
  • ½ cup Shortening Stabilizes frosting.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens; sift for smoothness.
Optional Ganache Ingredients
  • 1 cup White Chocolate For decoration.
  • ½ cup Candy Melts Optional for decorative touch.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • ¼ Sheet Pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Cake Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a ¼ sheet pan with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  2. Sift together the flour, Instant Clearjel, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Whisk together buttermilk, water, vanilla extract, almond extract, and apple cider vinegar.
  4. In a stand mixer, beat sugar and salted butter until light and fluffy. Add vegetable oil and corn syrup while mixing.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture and wet ingredients alternately, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. Fold into the batter gently.
  7. Spread batter in the prepared pan, bake for 18 minutes, then reduce temperature to 300°F (149°C) and bake for an additional 6-8 minutes.
  8. Prepare the buttercream by blending cream cheese and salted butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond extract.
  9. Once cooled, frost the cake with buttercream, starting with a crumb coat, refrigerate to set, then apply a thicker layer.
  10. For ganache, heat white chocolate and cream until melted, drizzle over the frosted cake and let set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep room temperature ingredients for better emulsion. Avoid over-mixing to ensure tender texture. Store covered at room temperature for up to 24 hours.

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