Yarnall Family's Fyrstekake (Norwegian Cardamom-Almond Tart)

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Yarnall Family's Fyrstekake (Norwegian Cardamom-Almond Tart)
45 min.
10
319kcal

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Welcome to a delightful journey into the world of Norwegian desserts with the Yarnall Family's Fyrstekake, a charming Cardamom-Almond Tart that is sure to impress your family and friends. This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors, combining the warm, aromatic notes of freshly ground cardamom and nutmeg with the rich, nutty essence of slivered almonds.

Perfect for any occasion, this tart is a wonderful way to showcase your baking skills while indulging in a dessert that is both sophisticated and comforting. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this delectable dessert, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a sweet ending to a family meal.

The Fyrstekake features a buttery, flaky crust that cradles a luscious almond filling, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. Each bite is a delightful experience, with the sweetness of powdered sugar and the subtle warmth of spices dancing on your palate. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this tart is sure to become a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a stunning dessert that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also brings a touch of Norwegian tradition to your table. Enjoy the process and the delicious results!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • large egg whites 
  • large egg yolk 
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cardamom freshly ground
  • teaspoons cup heavy whipping cream whole
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • cups slivered almonds 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 10 servings butter unsalted (for pan)
  • 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • blender
  • hand mixer
  • measuring cup
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Whisk flour, baking powder,cardamom, and salt in a medium bowl; setaside. Using an electric mixer, beat 1/2 cupbutter and sugar in a medium bowl until paleand fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in egg yolkand milk. With mixer running on low speed,gradually add dry ingredients and beat justuntil thoroughly combined.
  2. Pat dough into a ball; break off one-quarterof dough. Form each piece intoa ball. Flatten balls into disks. Coverseparately and chill dough disks for at least2 hours or overnight.
  3. Butter tart pan.Break larger dough disk into small piecesand scatter over bottom of tart pan. Usingyour fingertips, press dough onto bottomand up sides of pan. Use the flat bottom ofa measuring cup to smooth the surface andtrim the edges.
  4. Roll out smaller dough diskto about 1/8" thick. Using decorative cookiecutters, cut out shapes and place on aparchment paper-lined baking sheet. Coverand chill crust and cutouts for 1 hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F. Pulse almonds,powdered sugar, cardamom, and nutmegin a food processor until nuts are finelyground.
  6. Transfer dry ingredients to a largebowl. Using an electric mixer, beat eggwhites and vanilla in a medium bowl untilmedium peaks form. Gently fold egg whitesinto dry ingredients.
  7. Whisk egg yolk and 2 teaspoons water in a smallbowl to blend. Fill chilled crust with almondmixture; smooth top. Arrange cutouts on topand brush cutouts with egg wash.
  8. Bake tart until crust and cutouts aregolden brown and filling is set, 30-35minutes.
  9. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool.DO AHEAD: Tart can be made 2 days ahead.Store airtight at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories319kcal
Protein9.27%
Fat43.4%
Carbs47.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.21
Glycemic Load
15.92
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.083043371368%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.53mg
Catechin
0.28mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
0.13mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.57mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:318.51kcal
15.93%
Fat:15.88g
24.42%
Saturated Fat:3.82g
23.87%
Carbohydrates:38.95g
12.98%
Net Carbohydrates:35.78g
13.01%
Sugar:22.85g
25.39%
Cholesterol:30.24mg
10.08%
Sodium:119.53mg
5.2%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Protein:7.63g
15.27%
Vitamin E:5.71mg
38.05%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.37%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.6%
Magnesium:63.67mg
15.92%
Phosphorus:139.82mg
13.98%
Selenium:9.33µg
13.33%
Fiber:3.18g
12.7%
Copper:0.25mg
12.62%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.42%
Folate:41.2µg
10.3%
Iron:1.66mg
9.23%
Calcium:89.64mg
8.96%
Vitamin B3:1.72mg
8.61%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.65%
Potassium:197.87mg
5.65%
Vitamin A:164.43IU
3.29%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.48%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.19%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.22%
Source:Epicurious