Cracow Pastry Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Cracow Pastry Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces butter; 10 ounces flour; 5 ounces almonds, ground; 4 egg yolks, hard boiled; 5 ounces caster sugar; 12 vanilla bean, ground to powder; 4 egg whites, beaten stiff; 4 ounces caster sugar; 8 ounces apricot jam, sieved; 5 ounces caster sugar; 5 ounces apricot jam; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 15 almond halves

Servings: persons

10 ounces butter
10 ounces flour
5 ounces almonds, ground
4 egg yolks, hard boiled
5 ounces caster sugar
12 vanilla bean, ground to powder
4 egg whites, beaten stiff
4 ounces caster sugar
8 ounces apricot jam, sieved
5 ounces caster sugar
5 ounces apricot jam
1 tablespoon lemon juice
15 almond halves

1
cream butter and sugar add eggs.
2
add vanilla bean
3
add flour and ground almonds
4
quickly knead pastry dough
5
divide dough in 5 parts
6
roll out
7
bake 4 or 5 thin round layers in a baking pan in turns
8
the layers should not be browned to much
9
but should be slightly golden
10
im guessin 375 for 10 minutes
11
filling
12
add sugar to egg whites cream until fluffy.
13
add sieved jam fold in
14
icing beat together everything but almonds
15
spread filling thinly betweeen layers
16
cover with icing
17
decorate with rosettes made from almond halves
18
best made 4 days in advance , so it matures and becomes crubly as hapiness.

5419

kcal

Calories

373

Fat

284

Carbs

107

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces butter, 10 ounces flour, 5 ounces almonds, ground, 4 egg yolks, hard boiled, and more.

Yes, Cracow Pastry Layer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cracow Pastry Layer Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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