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Moist Bourbon Vanilla Snack Cake with Toasted Almonds

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A quick and easy snack cake featuring warm bourbon and vanilla flavors with a nutty crunch from toasted almonds. Perfect for any occasion, this moist cake is a crowd-pleaser with a tender crumb and subtle warmth.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons bourbon
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) whole milk (can substitute almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
  • ½ cup (50 g) sliced almonds, toasted
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
  2. Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the sides.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract and bourbon until combined.
  7. Add the dry ingredients and milk alternately to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently after each addition, being careful not to overmix.
  8. Fold in the toasted almonds gently with a spatula.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If almonds brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking.
  11. Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  12. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Bring eggs and butter to room temperature before mixing to avoid curdling. Toast almonds carefully to avoid burning. Do not overmix batter after adding flour to keep cake tender. If bourbon is not desired, substitute with extra vanilla extract or maple syrup. Cooling cake on a wire rack prevents sogginess.

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