Scandinavian Almond Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/4 cups (150g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups (187g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup (25g) sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
5. Fold in the almonds and heavy cream.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before inverting onto a serving plate.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of cake):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy texture
• Sweet and nutty flavor
• Elegant presentation

User Comments:

• "This cake was a hit at my Scandinavian-themed party! It was so delicious and everyone loved the almond flavor."
• "I'm not usually a fan of almond desserts, but this cake was an exception. It was just the right amount of sweetness and the texture was perfect."
• "I'm new to baking, but this cake was surprisingly easy to make. I definitely recommend it for anyone who wants to impress their guests with a beautiful and delicious dessert."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
• If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute with milk.
• For a more decadent flavor, you can add a layer of whipped cream or cream cheese frosting to the top of the cake.