Description
Moist white almond cake brings elegant simplicity to classic dessert tables across Mediterranean kitchens. Sweet almond notes complement delicate crumb, creating perfection for afternoon gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package white cake mix (18.25 oz / 517 g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups water
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 tsp almond extract
- ½ tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp clear vanilla flavoring
- 1 tsp clear vanilla flavoring
- ½ tsp salt
- 1–2 tbsps whole milk
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and meticulously prepare two 8-inch round cake pans with butter and flour for seamless cake release.
- Dry Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine white cake mix, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt, ensuring uniform distribution through careful whisking.
- Liquid Integration: Introduce room temperature water, full-fat sour cream, vegetable oil, pure almond extract, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Blend gently until just incorporated, avoiding overmixing to maintain the batter’s delicate structure.
- Egg White Transformation: Delicately fold in egg whites using a low-speed mixer for approximately 4 minutes, creating an airy, cloud-like batter with a light, ethereal texture.
- Baking Process: Evenly distribute the batter between prepared pans and bake for 45-55 minutes. Verify doneness by inserting a clean toothpick into the cake’s center, which should emerge free of raw batter.
- Cooling and Cake Preparation: Rest cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling. Once cooled, level the cake tops using a serrated knife to create a smooth, even surface.
- Frosting Creation: Whip confectioners’ sugar and softened unsalted butter until light and creamy. Enhance with clear vanilla extract, almond extract, and whole milk, whipping for 5 minutes to achieve a pillowy, smooth consistency.
- Frosting Application: Apply a thin crumb coat to seal loose cake particles, refrigerate for 15 minutes to set, then generously spread the final frosting layer. Decorate according to personal preference or wedding theme for a stunning final presentation.
Notes
- Precision Matters: Accurately measure ingredients to maintain the delicate balance of flavors and textures in this wedding cake.
- Temperature is Key: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and optimal cake texture.
- Gentle Mixing Technique: Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a tough, dense cake; mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Cooling Crucial: Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and ensure a professional-looking finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg