Almond ANYTHING is my absolute favorite an I must say this almond cake is the perfect spring treat! It has definitely become a family favorite. If I let him I'm sure my 3 year old son would probably eat the whole cake himself!!
Soft, lightly sweet, and just a little bit elevated—this is the kind of cake that works for everything. A slow morning with coffee, an afternoon treat for the kids, or something beautiful to set out when company comes over.
This gluten-free almond bundt cake has quickly become one of those recipes I keep coming back to. It’s simple, reliable, and always turns out with that perfectly moist, tender crumb we’re all looking for.
✨ Tips for the Best Texture
Grease your pan well
Almond flour cakes are more delicate than traditional cakes and can stick easily.
Use fine almond flour
This gives you that soft, tender crumb instead of a gritty texture.
Let it cool completely
The structure sets as it cools—cutting too early can make it crumbly.
It’s even better the next day
The moisture settles and the flavor deepens beautifully.
🌿 Easy Variations
🍋 Lemon Almond Cake
Add extra lemon zest and finish with a simple lemon glaze.
🍊 Orange Olive Oil Version
Swap the oil for olive oil and use orange zest for a deeper, richer flavor.
🍓 Berry Addition
Fold in fresh or frozen raspberries for little bursts of sweetness.
🌰 Almond Crunch Top
Add sliced almonds to the bottom of the pan before baking for a toasted finish.
🛠️ Kitchen Tools & Ingredients I Love
Superfine Almond Flour: https://amzn.to/4rCBDrW
My Favorite Bundt Pan: https://amzn.to/4dtOitQ
Almond Extract: https://amzn.to/3PgCq4q
Beautiful Cottage Mixing Bowls: https://amzn.to/4sk4nag
Citrus Zester: https://amzn.to/4lBoZrZ
🍰 Citrus Almond Cake Recipe
Ingredients
3 cups almond flour
¾ cup sugar
1½ tsp baking powder (gluten-free)
½ tsp salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
½ cup oil or melted butter
⅓ cup milk (dairy or almond milk)
1½ tsp vanilla extract
¾ tsp almond extract (optional but recommended)
Zest of 1 lemon or orange (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a bundt pan very well (this is key for almond flour cakes).
In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until everything is evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, oil (or butter), milk, vanilla, almond extract, and citrus zest until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until you have a thick, smooth batter.
Transfer the batter into your prepared bundt pan and gently smooth the top.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is fully set.
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15–20 minutes, then carefully invert onto a rack to cool completely.
📄 Want a Printable Version?
If you’d like a beautiful, easy-to-print version of this recipe, I’ve created a PDF you can keep in your kitchen or add to your recipe binder:
💛 Let’s Stay Connected
If you try this recipe, I would love to see it.
Tag me on Instagram so I can share your creations:
And if you enjoyed this recipe, don’t forget to share this newsletter with a friend who loves gluten-free baking just as much as you do.
Simple, beautiful, and made to be shared—that’s what baking should be.
Courtley and the Pattee Hill Farmstand Family