Almond Amaretto Bundt Cake
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
room temperature, 168g
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
310g
- 3/4 cup sour cream
173g
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 4 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
325g
- 1 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup milk
180ml
- 1/4 cup amaretto
60ml
- 2 tbsp salted butter
28g
- 1/3 cup sugar
69g
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
120ml
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 1/4 – 2 cups powdered sugar
sifted, 144g-230g
- Sliced almonds
optional
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and prepare a 10-14 cup bundt pan with non-stick baking spray.
2 - 2
. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light in color and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Do not skimp on the creaming time.
- 3
. Add sour cream and almond extract and mix until well combined.
- 4
. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined after each. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to be sure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 5
. Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then combine the milk and amaretto in a small measuring cup.
- 6
. Add half of the dry ingredients to the batter and mix until well combined. Add the amaretto mixture and mix until well combined. Add remaining dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to be sure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 7
. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for about 38-42 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.
- 8
. Remove the cakes from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes, then remove to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- 9
. To make the icing, combine all the icing ingredients except for the powdered sugar in a small sauce pan.
- 10
0. Heat on low until sugar is melted, then turn heat to medium to bring to a boil.
- 11
1. Boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat and immediately pour into a heat-proof glass bowl.
- 12
2. Whisk in 1 1/4 cups or so of the powdered sugar and allow to cool slightly and thicken. If you find your icing to be a little thick, just add a touch more water to thin it back out. If it’s too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
13 - 13
Drizzle the icing over the cake while the icing is still a little warm. It will be too firm to pour and get a nice drizzle if it cools completely. Top the cake with some sliced almonds, if desired.
Almond Amaretto Bundt Cake
Similar Recipes
Ratings & Reviews
Based on 15 ratings
Rating Breakdown
About this Recipe
Craving a dessert that's both effortlessly elegant and deeply satisfying? This Almond Amaretto Bundt Cake delivers a slice of pure comfort, bringing restaurant-quality flavors right to your kitchen with surprising ease.
What makes this cake truly irresistible is the thoughtful combination of ingredients: sour cream ensures an incredibly moist crumb, while a generous pour of amaretto and almond extract layers in rich, nuanced almond flavor that is anything but shy. It’s a simple bundt cake recipe that feels special without any fuss.
Prepare for a wonderfully soft and tender cake, imbued with the comforting aroma of almonds and a subtle, sophisticated warmth from the amaretto liqueur. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and rich, nutty notes, culminating in a moist texture that practically melts in your mouth. This cake, with its impressive appearance, is surprisingly straightforward to prepare, requiring only about 15 minutes of active prep time before it bakes to golden perfection.
Customization & Variations
You can easily adapt this delightful cake to your pantry or preferences. For a milder almond flavor, reduce the amount of almond extract in the cake or glaze. If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, you can substitute the amaretto with an equal amount of almond milk or even a splash of orange juice for a different citrusy note. To dress it up further, consider toasting the optional sliced almonds for an extra layer of crunch and flavor.
This Almond Amaretto Bundt Cake is perfect for elevating any occasion, from a casual weekend brunch to a festive holiday gathering. Serve it as a delightful dessert after dinner, alongside a cup of coffee, or as a sophisticated afternoon treat.