You might not believe it is possible to lose weight while on a diet which includes italian almond cake but it is feasible. The key is to not eat italian almond cake or other high calorie desserts every day but in moderation.

For example, I allow myself high calorie food one day per week. I eat a reduced calorie diet for most of the week, say 1200 to 1800 calories a day, and then 1 day, I eat whatever I want – within moderation of course.

I have been eating this way for the last 2 weeks and it has enabled me to lose 5 kilos. I have not changed my exercise habits or taken any vitamins or diet food. I have only been careful of what I eat most days of the week and then eat whatever I like one day of the week.

I also believe it is helpful if you have some support when dieting and for that I signed up with the Biggest Loser club. They have lots of tools to help you monitor your progress and reach your goals.

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Italian Almond Cake

Posted by CookinMom at recipegoldmine.com April 30, 2001

This elegant and rich dessert is easy with a food processor.

1 pound (16 ounces) almond paste*
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup butter, softened
6 eggs
2 tablespoons Kirsch, Amaretto, or Drambuie (or a
    combination of Amaretto and Drambuie)
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Grease and flour a 9- or 10-inch springform pan.

In a food processor, whirl almond paste with sugar until blended to the consistency of sand. Transfer to mixing bowl. Add softened butter; then add eggs one by one beating after each addition. Add Kirsch and almond extract.

In a separate bowl, sift flour and baking powder. Mix into almond mixture. Do not overmix.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 50 – 60 minutes or until knife comes out with just a few crumbs attached (not wet). Cool in pan. Remove sides of springform pan and transfer to a serving platter.

Optional: Sprinkle top with powdered sugar before serving.

Recipe can be halved and baked in a 9-inch layer cake pan. Baking time will vary. Check after 40 minutes.

*Editor’s Note: If buying supermarket grade almond paste, I recommend Odense brand. It comes in a 7-ounce roll. I do not recommend Betty Crocker’s. Professional quality almond paste is preferable to grocery store brand. Enjoy!

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