Strawberry almond cake

Strawberry almond cake

1 h 15 min
A classic, this homemade strawberry almond cake features a moist almond base, a light vanilla whipped cream frosting and sweet strawberries on top. Although the cake looks impressive, it is very easy to bake, and you will never get tired of eating this good old-fashioned strawberry almond cake. You can bake the almond base and make the vanilla cream frosting the day before – so you only need to assemble it and decorate with fresh strawberries, making an easy, beautiful, delicious cake that will impress your guests.
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Instructions

Almond cake
  • Preheat the oven to 175°C (regular oven).
  • Beat eggs, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
  • Fold in finely chopped almonds.
  • Clamp a piece of baking paper firmly between the ring and the bottom of a springform pan (approx. 22 cm in diameter). Grease the sides.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the springform pan and bake it for about 35 minutes. Let it cool completely in the pan on a baking rack.
  • Remove the ring and turn the cake directly onto a serving plate with the bottom up – pull off the baking paper.
Vanilla whipped cream frosting
  • Slice down the centre of the vanilla pod, scrape out the vanilla seeds and mix with icing sugar to separate the seeds.
  • Put the vanilla and icing sugar mixture in a bowl with crème fraiche and double cream. Beat the mixture to a firm foam.
  • Spread the vanilla cream frosting onto the cooled almond base.
  • Place strawberries on top and decorate the strawberry almond cake with fresh mint leaves.
Enjoy!
Tips

Save time and prepare the strawberry almond cake well in advance. Make the almond cake base and vanilla whipped cream frosting the day before, spread the frosting on the cake and cover it before placing it in the fridge until the next day. It will only make the cake better to let the frosting and cake base set. Add strawberries and decorate the cake with mint leaves just before serving.

Tips

Make sure you do not overmix the whipped cream frosting, or it will lose its shape and structure and get grainy. Whisk the mixture at medium speed, so it is easier to control how fast the cream fluffs up. Also, if the kitchen is too hot, it will be more difficult to whisk and get the cream fluffy. In that case, chill it by placing the bowl with the frosting ingredients in the fridge for about 7-10 minutes. This will make it easier to whisk and obtain the right consistency.

Questions about strawberry almond cake

With strawberries, almonds and a creamy vanilla whipped cream frosting, this cake makes for an enjoyable afternoon treat to go with your coffee or tea. Below, you can read more about making a delicious strawberry almond cake.

What is a strawberry almond cake?
A strawberry almond cake is a scrumptious cake with an almond base containing eggs, sugar, salt and finely chopped almonds. The cake is topped with a layer of vanilla whipped cream frosting made with double cream and crème fraiche, icing sugar and vanilla. It is decorated with fresh strawberries cut into quarters and fresh mint leaves as a final flourish. It is a beautiful cake with a delicate flavour that you will not be able to resist.
How to serve an almond cake with strawberries?
This light and fluffy strawberry almond cake is the perfect dessert for summer and spring, or whenever you feel like eating something that tastes like warm days and vacation. Spread the vanilla whipped cream frosting on top of the cake right before serving and decorate it with ripe strawberries and fresh mint leaves. Serve a slice of this delicious cake along with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
How to make a whipped cream frosting?
The almond cake with strawberries is completed by the sweet and light whipped cream frosting. It is easy to make, too, as you just beat crème fraiche, double cream, icing sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until the mixture is firm and thick enough to spread on the cake. The crème fraiche adds a nice fresh, tangy flavour to the frosting and is the perfect balance to an otherwise quite sweet vanilla whipped cream frosting.
Can you freeze a strawberry almond cake?
You can freeze the almond cake after it has cooled completely to save it for a rainy day. However, we do not recommend freezing the whole cake with vanilla whipped cream frosting and strawberries on top, as this can affect the texture of the cake. Wrap the cake base tightly in cling film and follow up with a layer of foil before freezing it. Luckily, you can prepare the vanilla cream and strawberries quickly and store them in the fridge. When you are ready to serve the cake, remove the cake base from the freezer and let it thaw unwrapped at room temperature. Once the cake is defrosted, spread the frosting on top and garnish with strawberries and mint leaves.

Ingredients

Almond cake
Eggs
3
(approx. 2 dl) sugar
175 g
Coarse salt
¼ tsp
Finely chopped almonds
175 g
Vanilla whipped cream frosting
Vanilla pod
1
Icing sugar
1½ tbsp
Sour cream, 18%
100 ml
Garnish
Strawberries, cut into quarters
250 g
Fresh mint leaves
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Serve a classic strawberry almond cake

A classic strawberry almond cake is a simple, fluffy cake bursting with strawberry flavour that makes you think of summer and warm days. But this cake is so delicious, it can be enjoyed all year round! The base of is very straightforward and only requires eggs, sugar, salt and, most importantly, finely chopped almonds to give the cake a bit of crunch and a nutty, toasty aroma. Finally, the almond base is topped with a soft and silky layer of frosting made with, among others, light whipped cream and tart crème fraiche to balance out the sweet and nutty almond. On top of everything, the strawberry almond cake is beautifully decorated with ripe, juicy strawberries and fresh mint leaves for a subtle sweet taste. The combination of slightly tart berries and toasty aromas blend well together and taste exquisite.

Have a look at some of our other delicious cake recipes, for example, a no-bake strawberry cheesecake with a crispy crust and fresh strawberries or an equally delightful vanilla cheesecake with notes of lemon. For more intense and bold flavours, try our recipe for a chocolate coffee cake served with a dollop of whipped cream.

Sweet almond cake with strawberries and frosting

With a soft, crunchy base, a layer of fluffy whipped cream frosting and a stunning-looking strawberry topping, this cake is a sure crowd-pleaser. The sweet almond cake creates a perfect base for the frosting and the fresh strawberries. Ripe strawberries are used for the most flavourful experience and taste amazing in combination with the whipped cream frosting; it is a beautiful duet of sweet and tangy notes. Treat yourself and your family to a slice of this divine and beautiful strawberry almond cake – enjoy it as a light afternoon treat or serve for dessert to truly pamper your guests.

Vanilla whipped cream frosting

This vanilla whipped cream frosting balances the fruity and nutty flavours of the strawberry almond cake. Made with vanilla seeds, crème fraiche, double cream and icing sugar, the thick and fluffy texture of the frosting creates a perfect, sweet cloud for the bright red strawberries. The icing sugar helps stabilise the whipped cream frosting and prevents it from melting or running down the sides of the cake while also adding moisture to the cake. This frosting is the perfect balance of mildly sweet and tangy with subtle floral notes.

Experiment with berries and frosting

Elevate the strawberry almond cake and add freshly squeezed lemon juice and finely grated lemon zest to the frosting. The citrus flavour plays well with the tangy crème fraiche and gives the cake a fresh, acidic burst. Use different berries that are in season and make your cake a triple berry threat by topping the frosting with strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries. The stunning topping is as beautiful as it looks.

Cannot do without coffee? Add your favourite coffee or expresso to the frosting along with vanilla essence. The coffee frosting adds discernible bitterness that balances the sweet and tangy flavours in the frosting and tastes lovely with the strawberries on top.

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