Swedish Visiting Cake
Swedish Visiting Cake made with almond extract, melted butter, and a delicate crumb topped with a sweet almond meringue layer. A classic Scandinavian dessert that’s simple, elegant, and perfect with coffee.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cake
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, melted and slightly cooled
Almond Topping
1 cup powdered sugar
2 egg whites
1 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×9-inch cake pan or line with parchment paper.
2. Make the Cake Batter
In a mixing bowl, beat together sugar, eggs, almond extract, vanilla extract, and salt for 2–3 minutes until the mixture becomes lighter in color and slightly fluffy.
Gently mix in the flour until just combined.
Stir in the melted, cooled butter until the batter is smooth.
Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly (the layer will be thin).
3. Prepare the Almond Topping
In a small bowl, whisk together egg whites and powdered sugar until smooth.
Fold in sliced almonds.
Spoon the almond topping evenly over the cake batter.
4. Bake
Bake for 24–28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
The cake should remain soft in the center with a lightly golden almond topping.
5. Cool & Serve
Allow the cake to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Do not overbake — this cake is meant to be tender and slightly soft inside.
For extra almond flavor, lightly toast the sliced almonds before mixing into the topping.
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Delicious served with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Find it online: http://elladishes.com/swedish-visiting-cake/
