Ingredients:
For the Base:
- Butter at room temperature 70 g
- Sugar 70 g
- Latte 45 ml
- 3 eggs, separate the yolk from the white
- Farina 115 g
- Sodium bicarbonate 8 g
- Chopped almonds 30 g
For the Cream Cheese Cream:
- 33% milk cream 200 ml
- Powdered sugar 90 g
- Cream cheese 300 g
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Necessary Equipment:
- 2 18cm diameter baking trays
- Baking paper
- Electric blender or mixer
- Sieve
- Pastry spatula
- Oven
Preparation and Cooking Time:
- Preparation: about 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Resting time in the refrigerator: 1 hour
- Total time: approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes
Step by Step Preparation:
- Base Preparation:
- Start by separating the yolks from the whites of the 3 eggs.
- Whip the butter at room temperature (70 g) with the sugar (70 g) until the mixture is soft and fluffy.
- Add 45 ml of milk to the butter and sugar mixture and mix well.
- Combine the sifted flour (115 g) and baking soda (8 g) and mix until you obtain a smooth mixture.
- Divide the mixture into two 18cm diameter baking trays, previously lined with baking paper.
- Add the chopped almonds (30 g) to the mixture in the pan.
- Preparation of the Cream Cheese Cream:
- Whip the 33% milk cream (200 ml) with the icing sugar (90 g) until you obtain a soft and fluffy consistency.
- Add the previously softened cream cheese (300 g) and the juice of 1/2 lemon to the whipped cream.
- Continue mixing until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous cream.
- Assembly and Decoration:
- Once cooked, let the cake bases cool.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the base of one of the two cakes.
- Overlay the second cake base on the cream, creating a layer.
- Leave the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, so that the cream solidifies slightly.
- Before serving, decorate the cake with chopped almonds, icing sugar or lemon slices for a fresh and inviting finishing touch.
Who is this recipe for:
This recipe is ideal for those who love creamy and tasty desserts, and for those who want to surprise their guests with a refined and irresistible dessert. It is also perfect for special occasions such as birthdays, parties and elegant dinners.
Tips and Variations:
- Add a splash of coffee liqueur to the base of the cake for an extra pop of flavour.
- Garnish the cake with fresh fruit like strawberries, blueberries or raspberries for a pop of color and freshness.
Conclusion:
With its combination of soft cake base, rich cream cheese filling and crunchy almonds, Cream Cheese and Almond Cake is a true delight for the palate and a masterpiece of sweetness that deserves to be enjoyed on every occasion. Prepare this cake and let its irresistible flavor conquer you and delight your guests. Enjoy your meal!