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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Discover the delightful taste of the Yarnall Family's Fyrstekake, a cherished Norwegian dessert that beautifully combines the warm flavors of cardamom and almond in a luscious tart. This vegetarian treat is not only rich in history but also a testament to the comforting and fragrant qualities of Scandinavian baking. Perfect for special occasions or simply as a sweet indulgence after a meal, Fyrstekake is sure to impress your guests with its impressive presentation and unique flavor profile.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this tart makes it easy to bring a taste of Norway straight to your kitchen. The combination of slivered almonds, freshly grated nutmeg, and cardamom creates a heavenly aroma as it bakes, while the delicate egg whites provide a light and airy texture that complements the rich buttery crust. Each slice reveals a gorgeous contrast of textures and flavors, making it not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes.

Whether you’re celebrating a family gathering or treating yourself to a well-deserved dessert, the Yarnall Family's Fyrstekake is sure to evoke the warmth and coziness associated with family traditions. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to craft a memorable dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

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 heavy 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%
Potassium:197.87mg
5.65%
Zinc:0.85mg
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