Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
Frosting
To make the frosting, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the vanilla and almond extracts. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar until the frosting is thick and spreadable. Spread frosting over cooled cake.
Nutrition
This cake is rich and decadent, and should be enjoyed in moderation. Each serving of cake with frosting contains approximately 400 calories, 19 grams of fat, 57 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of protein.
Conclusion
This birthday cake is sure to be a hit with my wife and her friends and family. It is a classic vanilla cake with a hint of almond, and is topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting. It is a perfect way to celebrate her special day in a delicious way!