How to Make Amaretto Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Amaretto cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any special occasion or gathering. Made with the rich and sweet flavors of almond liqueur, this cake is sure to impress anyone that takes a bite. Whether you are looking for a dessert to serve at a dinner party or a treat to enjoy with your morning coffee, this recipe is a must-try.

Amaretto cake is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed for generations. The combination of the nutty almond flavor of amaretto with ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 (5.1 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ cup amaretto liqueur
  • 1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 to 10 - inch bundt cake

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, instant vanilla pudding, water, oil, almond extract, and 2 tablespoons of the amaretto; blend together well. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of cake comes out clean. Remove cake from oven and while it is still warm, poke holes in the surface. Drizzle with the Amaretto Glaze, insuring that some of the glaze fills the holes. Let the cake cool for at least 2 hours before removing from the pan.
  • To make Amaretto Glaze: Sift the confectioners' sugar, and combine it with the remaining 1/2 cup amaretto. Blend until smooth. You may add more amaretto as needed.
  • Nutrition

    425 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 479mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 44g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 62mg