Honey Almond Joy Anniversary Cake
Celebrate your special day with this delightful Honey Almond Joy Anniversary Cake. Layers of moist almond cake are infused with honey and complemented by a rich chocolate ganache. Topped with toasted almonds and a drizzle of honey, this cake is a perfect blend of flavors that will make your anniversary unforgettable.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- 1/2 cup toasted almonds
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Step 2:
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the honey and mix well.
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Step 3:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Step 4:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Step 5:
Divide the batter evenly between two greased 9-inch round cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 6:
While the cakes are baking, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Pour over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
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Step 7:
Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache on top, then place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining ganache.
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Step 8:
Garnish the top of the cake with toasted almonds and a drizzle of honey. Slice and serve to celebrate your special day!