This cake is ideal for any occasion, from celebrations to a simple afternoon treat.
Chocolate Almond Cake
This chocolate almond cake features a rich, moist base topped with a smooth chocolate ganache and crunchy roasted almonds. Simple to make, it's perfect for any occasion.
For the ganache
Instructions
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Roast the Almonds
Line a baking sheet with baking paper and roast the almonds at 200°C until they turn golden brown. -
Prepare the batter
In a bowl, beat the eggs together with the light caster sugar, vanilla paste, and salt until well combined. Add the coconut oil and milk, and mix again. Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder, and mix until the batter is smooth. -
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into a greased and lined baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the cake comes out dry. Let the cake cool completely. -
Make the Chocolate Ganache
In a saucepan, bring the unwhipped whipping cream to a boil. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the chocolate drops. Let it stand for a minute. After a minute, stir the mixture until smooth. Add the chopped almonds and mix until combined. -
Spread the almond chocolate ganache
Spread the almond chocolate ganache over the completely cooled cake. Let the cake stand for a few hours until the topping is firm.
User Reviews
Nutty and moist, though slightly dense. I’ll try whipping the eggs longer next time to lighten the texture.
Absolutely delicious! The almond crunch paired perfectly with the rich chocolate ganache.
A fantastic cake! Moist, flavorful, and a real treat for chocolate lovers.
This cake is heavenly! The ganache is smooth, and the almonds add a great texture.
So easy to make and absolutely scrumptious! A crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Rich, dense cake with almond undertones. A delightful mix of nutty and chocolaty flavors.
Chocolate and almond combination is simply delightful.
This cake is perfection! Moist, rich, and a delightful treat for any chocolate fan.
very smooth ganache and crunchy almonds make every bite irresistible.
A deliciously rich cake! It’s both elegant and satisfying—perfect for any celebration.
The texture is fantastic, and the chocolate flavor is rich and deep.