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Perfect Gluten-Free Almond Flour Graduation Sheet Cake Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Frosting

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A moist and tender gluten-free almond flour sheet cake topped with silky, tangy cream cheese frosting, perfect for graduation parties and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups almond flour (about 300g), finely ground
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar (200g)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g), softened
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (120ml) or milk + 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (226g), softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g), softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (360g), sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch sheet pan. Line with parchment paper if desired.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. Slowly add the almond flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared sheet pan and smooth the top evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  8. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  9. For the frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, beating until creamy and fluffy.
  10. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Chill for 15 minutes before slicing for a neat finish.

Notes

Measure almond flour by spooning into the cup to avoid dense batter. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Avoid overmixing to prevent gummy cake. Frost only when cake is fully cooled to prevent melting. Tent cake with foil if browning too quickly. For dairy-free frosting, substitute cream cheese and butter with vegan alternatives.

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