Almond cake (like at Ikea)
Description
The baking is simple and quick. In fact, making an almond cake (like the one from Ikea) isn't as difficult as it might seem. You just need to prepare meringue-almond layers and a creamy filling. This Swedish cake is perfect both for an ordinary tea time and for celebrations, as its taste and tenderness will pleasantly surprise everyone. Be sure to use real almonds, as they make the cake especially soft and aromatic. Add dried almonds to the layers, and lightly toast the almond flakes in a dry pan. Serve with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Separate the egg whites from the yolks and beat them into a stiff foam. When the whites are slightly foamy, gradually add sugar in small portions, continuously beating. Then beat the meringue again for 7 minutes using a mixer.
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Step 2
2. Mix the meringue with the almonds ground in a blender and divide the mixture into two parts. On parchment paper, draw a circle that will serve as the base for the cake layer.
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Step 3
3. Carefully spread half of the dough onto the paper and place it in a preheated oven at 170 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Prepare the cream: mix the egg yolks with sugar and cream, then thicken the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly. Cool the mixture to room temperature.
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Step 5
5. Slightly beat the softened butter with a mixer and mix it with the cream. Chill the mixture briefly in the freezer. Spread the cooled cake layers with the cream.
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Step 6
6. Sprinkle the cake with almonds and crushed petals (slightly dry the petals on a dry skillet and chop them with a knife). Place the cake in the refrigerator for 2 hours.