Prepare yourself for an explosion of flavors as Claire unveils her prized formula for the Crunchy Almond Cake. Crafted with almond paste and a hint of amaretto, this cake is a delight for almond lovers. Adorned with sugared almond slices, it strikes a perfect harmony between moistness and crispiness. Neither overly sponge-like nor excessively dense, and just the right amount of sweetness, this masterpiece is infused with the luscious oils from the almond paste, delivering an unforgettable taste sensation. Accompany Claire on this culinary journey as she leads you through the procedure, and be prepared to be astounded. Whether served with gently roasted plums or savored as is, this cake is an almond aficionado’s haven. Seize the opportunity to revel in this almond extravaganza – show your support by liking & subscribing to our channel.
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Ingredients:
1 cup of unpeeled almond slices (4 oz / 113g)
Butter, melted for greasing the pan
1⁄4 cup of demerara sugar (1.8 oz / 50g)
3⁄4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (4.1 oz / 118g)
1 teaspoon of baking powder
3⁄4 teaspoon of Diamond Crystal kosher salt or 1⁄2 teaspoon of Morton kosher salt
7 ounces of almond paste (200g)
1 1⁄2 sticks of unsalted butter (6 oz / 170g), softened
2⁄3 cup of granulated sugar (4.7 oz / 133g)
4 large eggs (7 oz / 200g), at room temperature
1⁄4 cup of amaretto (2 oz / 57g) and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
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Video Series:
Producer/Director: Vincent Cross
Camera Operator: Calvin Robertson
Editor: Hal McFall
Assistant Editor: Asher Rogers
Theme Song: Michael Guggino
Animation Credits:
Character Designer/Animator: Jack Sherry
Character Rigger: Johara Dutton
Background/Prop Designer: M. Cody Wiley
Background Illustrator: Jagriti Khirwa
Credit: YouTube/Claire Saffitz x Dessert Person
