Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups granulated sugar
– 6 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon almond extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup sour cream
Equipment Needed
– 10-inch bundt pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Rubber spatula
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To get started, preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour your bundt pan to ensure the cake comes out beautifully. In my mixing bowl, I begin by creaming the softened butter and sugar together until they’re light and fluffy—this usually takes about 3-5 minutes. The smell of the butter and sugar blending together is heavenly! Once that’s done, I add in the eggs one at a time, making sure to beat well after each addition. The key here is being patient; it helps to create that perfect, fluffy texture. (See the next page below to continue steps…)