Norwegian Tosca Squares (Toscabakelser) Recipe

Name: Norwegian Tosca Squares (Toscabakelser)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: for the cake; 1/3 cup butter, room temperature; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 egg yolk; 1 cup flour; For The Filling; 2/3 cup blanched almond; 5 tablespoons soft butter; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 whole egg; 1 egg white; For The Icing; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup chopped or slivered almonds; 1 tablespoon flour; 1 tablespoon milk

Servings: persons

for the cake
1/3 cup butter, room temperature
3 tablespoons sugar
1 egg yolk
1 cup flour
For The Filling
2/3 cup blanched almond
5 tablespoons soft butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 whole egg
1 egg white
For The Icing
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped or slivered almonds
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon milk

1
Preheat oven to 400.
2
Butter a 9-inch square baking pan
3
In the large bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter with the sugar until smooth. Blend in the egg yolk and flour until the dough forms.
4
Press into the baking pan evenly and build up the edges about 1/2 inch. Bake for 15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, chop the almonds in the food processor or in a food chopper. Blend the almonds with the butter and sugar.
6
Beat in the egg and the egg white until fluffy.
7
Fold into the butter and almond mixture.
8
Pour into the partially baked crust. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the filling is set.
9
To make the topping, melt the butter in a small saucepan. Add the sugar, almonds, flour, and milk. Heat, stirring until thickened. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat.
10
Spread the mixture over the baked cake. Cool and cut into squares. Makes 16 squares.

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* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: for the cake, 1/3 cup butter, room temperature, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 egg yolk, and more.

Yes, Norwegian Tosca Squares (Toscabakelser) 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!

Norwegian Tosca Squares (Toscabakelser)

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Variations & substitutions

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