Strawberry cake with almond topping: soft, moist, indulgent and melts in your mouth; perfect to celebrate special occasions or simply to treat yourself to a moment of sweetness and freshness. The flavor is a perfect balance between the tenderness of the batter made with flour, eggs, sugar and butter, the slight acidity and intoxicating aroma of fresh, juicy strawberries, and the pleasant crunch of almond slices. Every bite is an explosion of flavors and textures, making this cake an unforgettable experience.
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- Difficulty: Medium
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring
- Energy 637.14 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 87.74 (g) of which sugars 46.39 (g)
- Proteins 12.89 (g)
- Fat 29.09 (g) of which saturated 13.81 (g)of which unsaturated 14.58 (g)
- Fibers 4.22 (g)
- Sodium 41.83 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 137 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for the Strawberry Cake with Almond Topping
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 6 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 packet vanillin (vanilla powder)
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries
- 2 oz almonds (sliced)
- as needed butter
- as needed all-purpose flour
What you need for the Strawberry Cake with Almond Topping
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Hand mixer
- 1 Sieve
- 1 Baking pan
Procedure for the Strawberry Cake with Almond Topping
Let’s begin preparing the Strawberry Cake with Almond Topping together. The first thing to do is melt the butter.
There are two ways to do this. The first is to place a small saucepan with a little water over low heat and put a small bowl with the butter inside it, letting it melt over moderate heat.
The second is to put the small bowl with the butter in the microwave for a few seconds. In either case, the butter should be cool before being used.
Now, take care of the strawberries: remove the green tops and soak them for about half an hour in a container where you have dissolved a teaspoon of baking soda.
After the time has passed, remove the fruit from the water, dry it well with paper towels, cut it into small pieces and set it aside.
Put the sugar in a bowl, add the cracked eggs and beat with electric whisks until the mixture becomes light, soft and frothy.
Pour in the melted butter. Add the flour, baking powder and vanillin, sifted and incorporated little by little.
After a few minutes, add the pieces of strawberries and fold them in using a silicone spatula or a fork. Do not use the mixer, otherwise it will become a mush.
Pour the batter into the buttered and floured pan. Level it and scatter the almond slices over the surface.
Bake in a preheated oven at 392°F for about 40 minutes, trying to adjust based on your appliance’s behavior, because thermostats do not all work the same way.
After confirming the cake is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it cool. Remove the cake from the pan and place it on a serving plate.
Alone or with company, enjoy this delicious Strawberry Cake with Almond Topping: you will carve out a moment just for yourself and pamper yourself.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How can I store it?
Under a glass dome for a couple of days, or in the fridge inside an airtight container.
Can I replace the butter?
Yes, you can substitute it with about 1/4 cup + 1 tsp of sunflower oil.
