Almond Torte With Mocha Whipped Cream Frosting

Papagayita's Note:

Incredible simple, elegant, delicious torte that is perfect for birthdays or hostess gift. Top with Mocha Whipped Cream Frosting (recipe also on this site)

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 8-10

Yield: 1.0 cake

• 4 eggs
• ¾ cup sugar
• 1 cup whole almond
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 -2 tablespoon amaretto liqueur (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 F (180C).
2. Prepare 2 8 inch (20cm) round cake pans by greasing them and lining them with waxed paper cut to fit.
3. In a blender combine the eggs and sugar at high speed until smooth. Add almonds and blend until they are very finely ground. Add flour and baking powder and blend until combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake at 350F (180C0 for about 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
5. Let cakes cool (about 5 min) before removing from the pans. Let cool completely before icing.
6. Optional to pour 1-2 T amaretto liqueur on bottom layer for decadence.