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Moelleux Frangipane à l'Amande

This almond frangipane cake is a quick, easy, and delicious treat, perfect for a nostalgic afternoon tea or a delightful gift.
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Cook Time 35 minutes
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g almond powder fine almond powder preferred
  • 150 g melted butter melt gently over low heat
  • 3 eggs fresh eggs
  • 160 g white sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • 20-22cm Cake Tin

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (thermostat 6).
  2. Line a 20-22cm cake tin with baking paper.
  3. Mix almond powder and sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Add melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  6. Pour batter into prepared tin and smooth the surface.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in tin for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Add chocolate chips or replace some sugar with brown sugar. Orange or lemon zest can also be added. Do not overmix the batter.