ALMOND CAKE WITH FRESH BERRIES

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A Jacques Pepin recipe, I think it is one of his fast foods. This cake is made in the food processor.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 ounces almond paste
4 ounces unsalted butter, plus more
unsalted butter, for greasing the pan
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 dash salt
1 cup cake flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons rum or 3 tablespoons cognac
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 lbs mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and or or blackberries)
1/2 cup apricot jam, diluted with
1/2 cup water
8 -10 mint leaves
1 cup sour cream or 1 cup creme fraiche

Steps:

  • CAKE:.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F
  • Butter an 8-inch round cake pan that is 2 inches deep.
  • Line the bottom with parchment paper and butter the paper.
  • Put the almond paste, sugar, 1 stick of butter and the vanilla in a food processor and process for 10 seconds.
  • Add the eggs, milk, and salt and process for 5 seconds.
  • Add the flour and baking powder and process for 5 to 10 seconds, until smooth.
  • Pour the cake batter into the pan and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Let cool.
  • THE SYRUP:.
  • Combine the syrup ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Stir to dissolve the sugar.
  • ASSEBMLY:.
  • Remove the cake from the pan and transfer to a serving platter.
  • Using a spoon or pastry brush, moisten the cake with the syrup.
  • Scatter the berries on top of the cake and around it.
  • Spoon on the diluted apricot jam and garnish with the mint leaves.
  • Serve with the sour cream or crème fraiche.
  • *You can make this cake early in the day. Or make several cakes, wrap, well and freeze. Defrost, still in their wrappings, in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.9, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 164.7, Sodium 135.4, Carbohydrate 82.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 25.8, Protein 10.3

Fitsum Bogale
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This cake was a disaster! It was dry and crumbly, and the berries were sour. I wouldn't recommend this recipe to anyone.


safi hakimi
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This almond cake with fresh berries is a great recipe! The cake is moist and fluffy, and the berries add a nice burst of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Yadira Zavala
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a less sweet cake.


Garrett Schneider
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I love this cake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The almond flavor is subtle and the berries add a nice pop of color.


Old Memories
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This cake was delicious! The almond flavor was prominent and the berries added a nice tartness. It was a hit with my family and friends.


Namugga Ruth
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This almond cake with fresh berries is a keeper! It's moist, flavorful, and the berries add a perfect touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Vini P
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This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and bland. I wouldn't recommend it.


INSANE AZZA
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The almond flavor is subtle and the berries add a nice tartness. I will definitely be making this again.


Aryan Imran
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was gone in no time.


Uriah Timmons-Lee
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This cake is perfect for a summer party! It's light and refreshing, and the berries add a beautiful pop of color.


Allah Karem
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The cake was delicious! I loved the combination of almond and berries. The only thing I would change is to add a little more sugar to the batter. It was a bit too tart for my taste.


Khan Zara
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste. I think I would have preferred a lighter, more airy texture.


Amponsah Isaac
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I've made this almond cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the berries add a nice touch of sweetness.


Rohana Kis
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This almond cake with fresh berries was a delight! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the berries added a burst of sweetness and tartness. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.