"**This cake can be made ahead. Just wrap it tightly in foil or plastic wrap. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup dried cranberries
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1/4 cup amaretto
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4 oz. almond paste
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1 cup plus 2 Tbsp. butter, softened and divided
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2 1/4 cups sugar, divided
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6 eggs
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1/2 tsp. almond extract
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/4 tsp. baking powder
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1/2 tsp. baking soda
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1/2 tsp. salt
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1 cup (8 oz) sour cream
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2 cups fresh cranberries
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powdered sugar, for dusting