"Almond Amaretto Pound Cake is moist, buttery, and so flavorful! Topped with Almond Amaretto Cream Cheese Frosting and Slivered Almonds, it's a showstopper...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 and 1/2 cups (10 and 1/4 ounces) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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12 ounces unsalted butter, at room temperature
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8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
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2 cups (14 ounces) granulated sugar
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1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
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1 teaspoon almond extract
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5 large eggs, at room temperature
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4 ounces full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
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2 ounces unsalted butter, room temperature
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2 and 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted, more if needed
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1/8 teaspoon salt (tiny pinch!)
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1 Tablespoon amaretto liqueur
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
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1 Tablespoon heavy cream
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Slivered almonds