Classic White Almond Wedding Cake Recipe – Moist, Fluffy & Perfect for Special Occasions
This White Almond Wedding Cake is a timeless dessert that’s light, moist, and delicately flavored with almond. Ideal for weddings, anniversaries, or birthdays, its tender crumb and rich buttercream frosting make it a crowd-pleaser. With simple steps and premium ingredients, this cake promises elegance and flavor in every bite.
Prep Time:
40 minutes
Cook Time:
25–27 minutes
Calories:
~480 kcal/slice
ingredients
For the Cake (3 Layers):
4½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ tbsp baking powder
¾ tsp salt
1½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 cups granulated sugar
7-8 large egg whites, room temperature
2¼ tsp almond extract
1½ tsp vanilla extract
1¾ cups + 2 tbsp whole milk, room temperature
For the Almond Buttercream Frosting:
1½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
3–4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
1½ tsp almond extract
1½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans (or line with parchment).
Step 2: Dry Ingredients
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugar
Beat butter and sugar for 4–5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
Step 4: Egg Whites & Flavor
Add egg whites one at a time. Mix in almond and vanilla extracts.
Step 5: Combine
Alternate adding flour mixture and milk in 3 parts (begin/end with flour). Mix until just combined.
Step 6: Bake
Divide batter evenly into pans. Bake 23–27 minutes (toothpick test). Cool in pans 10 minutes, then transfer to racks.
Step 7: Frosting
Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then cream, extracts, and salt. Whip 4–5 minutes until light.
Step 8: Assemble
Stack layers with frosting between each. Crumb coat, chill 15 minutes, then apply final frosting. Smooth with a bench scraper.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use 8-inch pans?
Yes, but bake 28–32 minutes (layers will be thicker).
2. How to store?
Refrigerate (covered) up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
3. Can I freeze layers?
Yes! Wrap tightly in plastic; freeze up to 1 month. Thaw in fridge.
4. Why is my cake dense?
Overmixing or cold ingredients can cause this.
5. Nut-free option?
Replace almond extract with vanilla or imitation almond extract.
Tools You'll Need
Three 9-inch cake pans
Electric mixer
Parchment paper
Cooling racks
Offset spatula & bench scraper
Tips
Weigh batter for even layers (~680g per pan).
Level domes with a serrated knife for flat stacking.
Chill cake before decorating for sharper edges.
Garnish with edible flowers or toasted almonds.
Allergy Information
Contains: Dairy, Eggs, Gluten
For gluten-free: Use 1:1 GF flour blend.
Conclusion
This White Almond Wedding Cake is a showstopper that balances simplicity with sophistication. The delicate almond flavor and cloud-like texture will leave guests raving. Don’t hesitate to personalize it with fruit fillings or tinted frosting—then share your masterpiece! Happy baking!
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