Norwegian·non-vegetarian·medium

Fyrstekake – Norwegian Prince Cake

Name: Fyrstekake – Norwegian Prince Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Norwegian
Ingredients: 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 2/3 Cup Butter; 4 Egg Yolks; 2 cups Flour; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1 1/2 cups Almonds; 3/4 cup Brown Sugar; 2 tbsp Melted Butter; 2 medium Egg; 2 tablespoons Brandy; 5 drops Almond Extract; 1 Egg

Ahoy, my fellow food enthusiasts! Today, I'm sharing with you the joy of making Fyrstekake, also known as Norwegian Prince Cake. This delightful treat is packed with almond flavor and a buttery texture that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Now, before we dive into the recipe, let me share a little anecdote with you. One time, I accidentally used salted butter instead of unsalted in this cake, and let me tell you, it was not fit for a prince! So, make sure you use unsalted butter for the best results. Here's a tip for you: when you're kneading the dough, don't overwork it. Just mix until it's smooth, or else your crust might end up tough instead of tender. So, mix together the sugar, vanilla, and butter until light and fluffy. Add in those egg yolks, then gently fold in the flour and baking powder. Remember, a light hand is key here! I hope this little twist on the classic Fyrstekake recipe brings a smile to your face and warmth to your belly. Happy baking, and may your kitchen be filled with laughter and love!

75 min(prep 30 + cook 45)

4 servings

350 kcal

Ingredients

Granulated Sugar3/4 cup
Vanilla Extract1 teaspoon
Butter2/3 Cup
Egg Yolks4
Flour2 cups
Baking Powder1 teaspoon
Almonds1 1/2 cups
Brown Sugar3/4 cup
Melted Butter2 tbsp
Egg2 medium
Brandy2 tablespoons
Almond Extract5 drops
Egg1

Nutrition

350 kcalper serving

Protein5g6%

Carbs40g48%

Fat20g24%

Fiber1g1%

Sugar18g21%

Directions

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Crust
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Mix together sugar, vanilla and butter until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolks. Add in the flour and baking powder and knead with hands until the dough is smooth.
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Pack the dough in plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Almond filling
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Run the almonds and sugar together in a food processor until the almonds are finely ground (you can decide for yourself how coarse or fine you want them).
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Stir in the butter, egg, cognac and/or almond extract (if using).

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