Fyrstekake (Royal Cake) Recipe

Name: Fyrstekake (Royal Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar (measured after sifting); ¾ teaspoon cardamom; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 large egg white; 1 ¼ cups almonds, finely ground; 2 ¼ cups sifted flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ¾ cup sugar; ¾ cup butter; 1 large egg yolk; 2 tablespoons whole milk

Servings: persons

1
Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix together the confectioners sugar, cardamom, cinnamon, egg white and 6 tablespoons water.
2
Fold in the ground almonds.
3
Prepare the cake: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
4
Sift together the flour, baking powder and sugar.
5
Add the butter and cut it in until it is the consistency of crumbs.
6
Beat the egg yolk with the milk.
7
Add to the flour mixture and blend.
8
Press a... of the dough into the base of a 9x13 baking pan.
9
Spread with the filling.
10
Roll the remaining dough into a rectangle a... inch thick.
11
Using a pastry cutter, cut into strips 1/2 inch wide.
12
Place, crisscross fashion, over filling.
13
Bake 45 minutes, or until browned.
14
Cool.
15
Cut into 2-by-1-inch bars.

1277

kcal

Calories

Fat

164

Carbs

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar (measured after sifting), ¾ teaspoon cardamom, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 large egg white, and more.

Yes, Fyrstekake (Royal 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fyrstekake (Royal Cake)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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