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 traditional 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 rich flavors and textures. With its golden crust, fragrant cardamom, and the nutty crunch of slivered almonds, Fyrstekake embodies the essence of Scandinavian baking.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this tart serves up to 10 people, making it perfect for gatherings, special occasions, or simply as a sweet indulgence after dinner. Each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, with a caloric count of 319 kcal per serving, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free dessert experience.

The process of making Fyrstekake is as enjoyable as the final product. From whisking together the dry ingredients to folding in fluffy egg whites, every step is an opportunity to connect with the art of baking. The tart can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to savor the moment with your loved ones without the stress of last-minute preparations. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a deliciously memorable dessert that will transport you to the charming landscapes of Norway with every bite!

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