Instructions: Almonds should be ground to powder consistency in coffee grinder, blender or food processor. Toast ground almonds in moderate oven for 5 minutes.

Stir together flour and baking powder. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add eggs and maple syrup; beat until smooth. Add juice, almond extract and almonds. Turn into a lightly oiled 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes, until it tests done with a toothpick. Cool at least 10 minutes, then turn upside down onto serving plate.

Serves 8

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