Fyrstekake: Delicious Norwegian Prince Cake

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 720 ml granulated sugar
• 5 ml vanilla extract
• 720 ml butter
• 4 egg yolks
• 480 ml flour
• 5 ml baking powder
• 480 ml of almonds
• 720 ml brown sugar
• 30 ml melted butter
• 2 medium eggs
• 30 ml de brandy
• 5 drops of almond extract
• 1 egg

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Mix sugar, vanilla, and butter until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the egg yolks one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
3. Gradually add the flour and baking powder, kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Pulse the almonds and brown sugar together in a food processor until finely ground.
6. Add melted butter, eggs, brandy, and almond extract to the almond mixture, blending until smooth.
7. Line the bottom of the cake tin with baking paper and grease the sides.
8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Roll out 2/3 of the crust dough and press it into the cake tin to form a base, bringing the edges up 2-3cm (1 inch) high.
10. Spread the almond filling evenly over the crust.
11. Roll out the remaining dough and cut into long strips.
12. Lay the strips over the filling in a crisscross pattern to form a lattice.
13. Brush the lattice with beaten egg for a glossy finish.
14. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the almond filling is set but still soft.