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Swedish Almond Delight

Swedish Almond Delight: The Ultimate Easy Recipe

Discover the magic of Swedish Almond Delight, a nutty creamy cake that's perfect for any occasion. Learn how to make this easy yet elegant dessert today.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 390kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Springform Pan
  • Wire Rack

Ingredients

  • 150 g sugar
  • 80 g almond flakes
  • 250 g heavy cream
  • 8 large egg yolks
  • 8 large egg whites
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 200 g softened butter
  • 1 vanilla pod
  • 250 g ground almonds
  • 100 g sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) and line a springform pan with baking paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat 4 egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
  • Gradually sprinkle in 125 g of sugar while whisking, then fold in 125 g of ground almonds gently.
  • Pour the batter into the pan and bake for about 15 minutes, then let it cool on a wire rack.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining egg whites, salt, sugar, and ground almonds to create the second layer, then let it cool completely.
  • Heat the cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Split the vanilla pod and scrape out the seeds.
  • Beat the egg yolks with 100 g sugar until thick and pale yellow, then slowly incorporate 2-3 tablespoons of hot cream to temper.
  • Return the mixture to the saucepan, stirring continuously until it thickens like pudding, then let it cool to room temperature.
  • In a dry skillet, toast the almond flakes over low heat until golden brown and spread them on a plate to cool.
  • Whip the softened butter with sugar until fluffy, then blend in the cooled vanilla cream.
  • Spread the cream between the two cake layers and top generously with toasted almonds.

Notes

This cake is a perfect treat for any gathering. Don't skip the parchment paper for easy removal! You can use almond extract instead of vanilla for a stronger flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 600IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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