Hello lovelies,
Who would have thought that almonds and lemon curd would be a combination which works so beautifully together?
So beautifully that I actually think it’s become one of my all time favourite combinations. I know your probably rolling your eyes at this point as I genuinely do say that about every new combo I come across but I’m just being honest here, I’m obsessed.
The pairing of ingredients in this cake is just pure perfection. It’s really fresh, it’s light, it’s moist and has a tangy zest to it which in my humble opinion makes it the perfect summer 2022 cake!
Have I sold it to you yet? I feel like I’m a car salesman trying to sell my cake to you but honestly guys, this is superior. It’s a ‘must try’ this summer. Think bbq’s, picnics, special occasions – it just works with them all.
You always know when a cakes good in this household as I get asked to make it again… and again… and that’s exactly what’s happened with this.
Category: Sweet Treat / Desert
Serves: 8
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
Overall Time: 50-60 Minutes
Ingredients You Need:
- 227g Of Butter / Stork
- 227g Of Caster Sugar
- 4 Medium Eggs
- 227g Of Self Raising Flour
- 50g Of Ground Almonds
- 1tsp Of Baking Powder
- 2tsp Of Almond Extract
- 1 Jar Of Lemon Curd
- 50g Of Almond Flakes
How To Make The Cake:
- Firstly, gather together your equipment and ingredients, line a 9inch square tin with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 200C / 180C Fan / Gas Mark 5.
- Secondly, in a large bow, mix together the 227g of self-raising flour, 50g of ground almonds and 1tsp of baking powder. Set aside.
- Next, in another large bowl, cream together 227g of butter and 227g of caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the 4 eggs (TIP: beat in a cup before adding little by little to the butter mixture).
- Now, add in your 2tsp of almond extract and mix.
- Once all the wet ingredients have been mixed together, fold in the dry ingredients.
- Pour your finished cake batter into the pre-lined tin and spread out evenly.
- Using a tablespoon, dollop the lemon curd across of the cake mixture (there’s no precise amount, use as much lemon curd as you wish).
- Sprinkle the 50g of almond flakes across the top of the cake.
- Place the cake into the oven for around 40 minutes until he top is looking golden brown and a skewer placed into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
- Finally, take out the oven and allow to cool in tin for 25-30 minutes then transfer onto a wire rack to cool down completely.
That’s your Almond & Lemon Curd Cake prepared, baked and ready for you to enjoy!
If your a lemon curd fan, these are an absolute must try! It just adds the most beautiful flavouring to this already delicious cake. It’s the perfect match with almond.
I’ll for sure be making these again. My dad especially loved them! He’s a huge lemon curd fan and couldn’t rave enough about how good it was within these cakes.
Let me know in the comments below if you make this cake yourself and if you do, what your thoughts are on it. Are you as obsessed as I am?
Sending you all tons of love & hugs as always,
Elle xo
These sound delicious, I would have to swap almonds for something else as I don’t like nuts, but I love the idea of a lemon flavoured cakes, so I know I would like these. Thank you for sharing.
Lauren x
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Totally! It will taste just as delicious. Honestly, the addition of lemon curd is just super yummy. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Lemon curd is one of those things I discovered when I moved to the UK and I cannot resist it! Almond and lemon are the perfect combo, so definitely trying this one out! xx
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It is just delicious, isn’t it! I’ve only recently started liking it so it was a must to add it into a cake. The most beautiful pairing, aren’t they? Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Sounds delicious! I’m so curious, Elle…how do decide what to make next?? I could never come up with these combinations on my own!
Crystal | http://www.amazingbaby.app
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I spend alot of time searching the internet (especially Pinterest) and read recipe books which usually inspire me to go and bake with different combinations! These are honestly so delicious. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Oooh this looks absolutely delicious! You definitely have sold me, haha. I’ve never tried lemon and almond before but this looks too good not to try, haha! Thank you so much for sharing x
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It really is just delicious! It’s the most amazing combination of ingredients, honestly so yummy. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Oh this almond and lemon curd cake looks so good! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
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It really is super delicious! Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Almond and lemon are a great flavour combination; I love this recipe as it looks and sounds delicious!
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The best combination, isn’t it? It really is super delicious! Thank you so much for commenting Xo
I would never have thought to put almonds and lemon together but this looks really good!
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They honestly work so beautifully together! Thank you so much for commenting Xo
This sounds like a really interesting recipe. We will definitely have to try it. Thank you for sharing!
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These two ingredients work so beautifully together! It really is a must try. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
You’re welcome! It sounds like it.
Like your Dad, I am also a Lover of a good lemon curd. It’s interesting how you have infused the same flavors into a cake. I can only imagine the nose dropping aroma of your lemon curd cake Love the almond slices on top for added texture. I don’t bake as often as I usually do because I have a weakness for sweets; but will add this to the list of other recipes to try. Thanks for sharing Elle.
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It’s absolutely delicious, isn’t it? Oh my days it honestly smelt amazing. I’d happily bottle it up and keep it. It really is worth a try, almonds and lemon curd work so beautifully together! Thank you so much for commenting Xo
This is my favorite combo. I love lemon and this is really interesting recipe that I cannot resist! Thanks for sharing Elle 😀
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It’s such a beautiful combination of ingredients, isn’t it? The lemon curd is just delicious, I’m obsessed! Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Oh wow… these cakes make good tea time snacks. I would like to try this recipe. Thank you for sharing.
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They do, don’t they? The perfect cake to have alongside a cup of tea. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Lemon is one of my favourite flavors especially in the summer! Yum, this sounds perfect for a warm day for a nice treat with a iced tea!
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It’s just delicious, isn’t it? Lemon is just the ultimate summer flavour to play with. Oh my days yes!! That sounds incredible. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Lemon curd is my favourite thing. These sounds delicious. I need to try these. Thank you for sharing.
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It’s just delicious, isn’t it? These really are super yummy. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
This sounds lovely! Anything lemon flavoured gets a thumbs up from me!
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You can’t beat lemon in the summer, can you? It’s just delicious. The lemon curd just works so beautifully in these cakes. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Yum. This cake looks amazing. I will have to try it out. Thanks so much for sharing!
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This really is the most delicious cake recipe, something completely different to anything I’ve made before and now I’m obsessed with the outcome! Thank you so much for commenting Xo