Almond Cornmeal Cake with Peach and Berry Compote

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Almond Cornmeal Cake with Peach and Berry Compote
45 min.
6
480kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Almond Cornmeal Cake with Peach and Berry Compote, a dessert that beautifully marries the nutty richness of almonds with the comforting texture of cornmeal. This vegetarian treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving something sweet at home.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and serving up to six, this cake is an ideal choice for those busy days when you still want to impress your loved ones. Each slice is moist and packed with flavor, courtesy of the finely ground almonds and a hint of vanilla that elevates the cake's profile. Paired with a luscious peach and berry compote, this dessert not only pleases the palate but also looks stunning on the plate.

This recipe is a fantastic way to showcase seasonal fruits, allowing you to customize your compote with whatever berries are ripe and juicy. The contrasting textures of the moist cake and vibrant compote will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether enjoyed at a summer gathering or as a cozy family dessert, our Almond Cornmeal Cake promises to be a crowd-pleaser that is both satisfying and nourishing.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to create a memorable dessert that will leave your guests mesmerized!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.7 cup blanched almonds and whole
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • servings poached berries 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 1.3 sticks butter unsalted softened ()
  • 0.8 teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.8 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F and butter an 8 1/2- by 4 1/2- by 3-inch loaf pan. Put a 24- by 3 1/2-inch strip of wax paper lengthwise down center of pan (to facilitate unmolding), leaving an overhang on each end.
  2. Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Finely grind almonds with 1/4 cup sugar in a food processor and stir into cornmeal mixture.
  4. Beat butter and remaining 1/2 cup sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until combined well. Beat in eggs 1 at a time until just blended, then beat in vanilla. (
  5. Mixture will look curdled.)
  6. Add cornmeal mixture and stir and fold until just combined.
  7. Transfer batter to loaf pan, smoothing top, and bake in middle of oven until a tester comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool cake in pan on a rack 5 minutes. Loosen edges with a knife, then use strips to carefully lift cake from pan onto rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories480kcal
Protein7.18%
Fat55.03%
Carbs37.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.93
Glycemic Load
29.1
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.455217357482%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.04mg
Petunidin
0.18mg
Delphinidin
0.22mg
Malvidin
0.5mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:480.23kcal
24.01%
Fat:30.07g
46.27%
Saturated Fat:13.64g
85.25%
Carbohydrates:46.47g
15.49%
Net Carbohydrates:43.06g
15.66%
Sugar:26.17g
29.08%
Cholesterol:143.61mg
47.87%
Sodium:288.72mg
12.55%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Protein:8.82g
17.65%
Vitamin E:4.19mg
27.92%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.49%
Phosphorus:183.39mg
18.34%
Selenium:11.47µg
16.38%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.93%
Magnesium:63.36mg
15.84%
Vitamin A:724.74IU
14.49%
Fiber:3.41g
13.65%
Copper:0.22mg
11.13%
Iron:1.81mg
10.03%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.42%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.24%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.97%
Folate:35.62µg
8.91%
Calcium:84.29mg
8.43%
Vitamin B3:1.32mg
6.6%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.95%
Potassium:203.17mg
5.8%
Vitamin D:0.85µg
5.69%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.38%
Vitamin K:1.94µg
1.85%
Source:Epicurious