Alexander Cake

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 c. whole almonds
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 5 egg yolks
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 2 tsp. rum
  • 1 c. toasted sliced almonds
  • 5 egg whites
  • 1 1/4 c. heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°.
  2. Grease cookie sheet.
  3. Grind the almonds.
  4. Whip the egg whites in a large mixing bowl until stiff. Fold in the almonds and sugar.
  5. Spread the batter into 2 equal size heart shaped layers on cookie sheet.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, make the custard cream; combine the egg yolks, cream, sugar and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler.
  7. Let the custard cream cook slowly over boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes or until it thickens, stir constantly.
  8. Stir in the rum, then cool.
  9. Frost top of one layer with half the custard cream.
  10. Place the second layer on top and spread with remaining cream.
  11. Garnish with almonds.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

819 kcal 41% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 40.6g 81% DV
Total Fat 48.9g 63% DV
Carbs 42.4g 15% DV
Fiber 7.6g 27% DV
Sugar 4.3g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 369.3mg 16% DV
Potassium 800.5mg 17% DV
Cholesterol 605mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 223.5mcg 25% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 3mcg 15% DV
Calcium 245.3mg 19% DV
Iron 4.6mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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