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Tosca Cake (Swedish Almond Caramel Cake)

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Tosca Cake is a traditional Swedish treat made with a soft, buttery sponge and topped with a golden, crunchy caramelized almond layer—perfect for pairing with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

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  • 100g unsalted butter, softened
  • 100g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 100g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 100g sliced almonds
  • 75g unsalted butter (for topping)
  • 75g sugar (for topping)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  3. Whisk flour and baking powder in a separate bowl. Add to wet mixture alternately with milk, stirring gently.
  4. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth top. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until set but not browned.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare topping: Melt butter, sugar, and cream in a saucepan. Stir in flour and almonds. Cook for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Remove cake from oven and spread almond topping evenly over the surface.
  7. Return cake to oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until topping is golden and bubbling.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before releasing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For extra almond flavor, add a few drops of almond extract to the cake batter.
  • Use a springform pan for easy release and a clean edge.
  • Best served the same day for optimal crunch and texture.
  • Pairs wonderfully with coffee for a traditional Swedish fika.

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