Italian Love Cake
Italian Love Cake is a rich and moist layered dessert bursting with flavors of almonds, cocoa, and coffee, perfect for celebrating special moments with a touch of passion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gradually add the milk, coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, mixing well.
- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle toasted sliced almonds evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve garnished with extra almonds or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla gelato.
Find it online: https://delilita.com/italian-love-cake/