German Butter Cake with Almond Topping (Butterkuchen)

1. 1

   Mix the yeast with the milk and 2 1/2 cups of the flour; let this sponge rise for two hours in a warm place until doubled in bulk.

2. 2

   Add the remaining flour, the egg yolks, butter and sugar.

3. 3

   Knead well for about 10 minutes, then let rise for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Roll out the dough to fit a 20 by 16 inch jelly roll pan.

5. 5

   Lay it in the well buttered pan, brush it with the beaten egg, sprinkle it with the almonds and coarse sugar and dot it with the butter.

6. 6

   Bake in a preheated 350 F. oven for 45 minutes, or until golden.

7. 7

   To make one 20 by 16 inch cake.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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