Sift the dry ingredients in a separate bowl

Combine all the wet ingredients in a mixing bowl.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches. Combine using cut and fold method. Dust the almonds with flour and add to the batter.

Pour in a greased and dusted cake pan. Tap twice to remove air bubbles. Garnish with almonds.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Leave it in the oven for 5 minutes and cool completely. Transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool. Slice and serve.