Indulge in the symphony of flavors and textures that is the Caramel Almond Cake Toscatrta, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds and captivates the senses. This delectable cake, with its moist and tender crumb, is lovingly embraced by a luscious caramel glaze, while toasted almonds add a delightful crunch and nutty aroma. As you delve deeper into this extraordinary dessert, you'll encounter a symphony of textures, from the velvety smoothness of the caramel to the delicate crunch of the almonds, all harmoniously blending together to create an unforgettable experience. Explore the diverse recipes presented in this article, each offering a unique twist on this classic Italian dessert. From the traditional version, where simplicity reigns supreme, to variations that incorporate chocolate, berries, or even a touch of spice, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the endless possibilities that await you in the realm of Caramel Almond Cake Toscatrta.
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FUDGY CHOCOLATE CAKE (KLADDKAKA)
This dense and fudgy "kladdkaka" is the first cake that Aquavit chef Emma Bengtsson learned to make when she was a child in Sweden with her grandmother. The same recipe is on the menu today at Aquavit!
Provided by Emma Bengtsson
Categories dessert
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Meanwhile, sift the flour and cocoa powder through a fine-mesh sieve onto a sheet of parchment, to remove any lumps. Set aside. Crack the eggs into a bowl; add the sugar and whisk well to combine. As soon as the butter has melted, add the chocolate; stir with a wooden spoon to combine as the chocolate melts, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the flour and cocoa mixture to the eggs, little by little, stirring well between additions to prevent lumps. Once the batter is well mixed and smooth, add the melted butter and chocolate; stir well to combine. Spray the bottom and sides of a springform pan with nonstick spray and line the bottom with parchment paper. Pour in the batter; place in the oven to bake, 20-25 minutes.
- Cake is done when a tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the cake before removing from pan, 10-15 minutes. (Note: In the meantime, make the whipped cream. In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip heavy cream on medium speed, 30 seconds. Turn to high and whip until medium peaks form, 1 minute.) When cake has cooled, cut into slices and garnish with whipped cream, fresh berries, and a dusting of confectioner's sugar before serving.
SOUTHERN CARAMEL CAKE
This traditional Southern caramel cake is perfect for when you want layer cake, and you'd like it fast. It's light and fluffy under the sweet caramel glaze, which hardens at room temperature and shatters gently with every bite. The glaze comes together quickly, thanks to the dark brown sugar, which already has that deep caramel flavor you'd get from cooking down granulated sugar. A little heat, butter and buttermilk give the icing body. The final cake is like a soft drop biscuit under a sweet caramel sauce, and it's just as good out of the refrigerator as it is warm.
Provided by Millie Peartree
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 50m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare the cake: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two (9-inch) cake pans. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl halfway through.
- Add eggs, one at a time, and mix, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition. Add about a third of the flour and mix on low speed until combined. Add about half of the buttermilk and continue to mix until incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Continue to add flour and buttermilk in the same way, beginning and ending with the flour.
- Add vanilla and combine fully, making sure not to overmix.
- Divide batter evenly between pans, and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning the cakes onto wire racks to cool completely.
- As the cake bakes, make the icing: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the brown sugar and whisk to combine. Bring to a gentle boil over medium and let the mixture bubble for 5 minutes, whisking constantly. Carefully and slowly add the buttermilk (it will bubble up), stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a full, rolling boil. Remove from heat and add salt. Transfer mixture to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment.
- With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, mixing until smooth, then add vanilla extract and mix to combine. The icing should look glossy and pour easily from the bowl.
- While the icing is still warm, spread about 1 cup icing on one cake, then top with the second cake. Use the rest of the icing on the top and sides of the cake. The icing will set up as it cools. If the icing starts to harden, microwave the icing in 10-second intervals until smooth. (You can also make the icing up to 3 to 5 days in advance, and keep it in the refrigerator in an airtight container.) Serve immediately.
CARAMEL ALMOND POKE CAKE
Treat your family with this nutty caramelised cake that's made using Betty Crocker® cake mix and vanilla frosting - perfect dessert for a crowd.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h45m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 13x9-inch pan with shortening. Make cake mix as directed on box, using water, 1/2 cup butter and the eggs. Spread batter evenly in pan. Bake 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes.
- In 2-quart saucepan, heat whipping cream, brown sugar and 1/4 cup butter to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered about 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool slightly.
- Poke warm cake every inch with handle of wooden spoon. Slowly pour condensed milk over cake. Let stand until milk has been absorbed into cake, about 5 minutes. Slowly drizzle with most of caramel sauce, pressing slightly into holes. Sprinkle with almonds. Drizzle with remaining caramel sauce. Cool completely. In small microwavable bowl, microwave frosting on High 10 to 15 seconds. Drizzle over cake. Cut into 6 rows by 3 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 72 g, Fat 5, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg
TOSCAKAKA / TOSCA CAKE (SWEDISH ALMOND CAKE)
This recipe comes from a collection that my swedish mom and her friends put together for a hospital benefit cookbook many years ago when we lived in Omaha, NE. (Around the time I was born - 31 years ago...:) They created and entire Scandinavian section! Recipes like this one have been in my life since I was a child and now I'm making them for my family! This is fabulous cake that goes really well with an afternoon cup of coffee - Enjoy!
Provided by mamapantalones
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 slices, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For Cake:.
- Beat eggs, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Sift 1 cup plus 1 tablespoons of flour with baking powder and salt.
- Stir in flour mixture alternately with cream, stir until well blended.
- Add melted butter or margarine, blend until smooth.
- Butter a pie plate and sprinkle with fine, dry breadcrumbs or flour; coat well. Spoon batter into 9" pie plate. Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes or until middle of cake is firm.
- For Almond Sugar Topping:.
- Combine almonds with remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Heat, stirring until mixture begins to bubble.
- Remove from heat and stir briskly a few times.
- Spread top of cake very gently with Topping.
- Turn up heat to 375 degrees, return cake to oven and bake 5-10 minutes longer, with a cookie sheet under the pan to prevent the bottom of cake from getting overdone. bake cake until topping is brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.1, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 101.9, Sodium 333.6, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 30.1, Protein 5
Tips:
- Use high-quality, unsalted butter for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure the butter and sugar are at room temperature before creaming them together. This will help them combine more smoothly and give the cake a lighter texture.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will dry out the cake.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
- Use a high-quality caramel sauce for the best flavor. You can make your own caramel sauce or use a store-bought variety.
- If you don't have almond flour, you can make your own by grinding almonds in a food processor. Be sure to use blanched almonds, which have the skins removed.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Caramel almond cake is an easy-to-make, delicious cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a rich caramel flavor and a crunchy almond topping. It is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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