How to Make Dutch Almond Boterkoek - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and traditional Dutch treat, then look no further than Dutch Almond Boterkoek. This buttery and nutty dessert is a staple in Dutch cuisine and is often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea. The word "boterkoek" translates to "butter cake" in English, and that's exactly what this dessert is – a rich and decadent cake made with plenty of butter and almonds.

One of the best things about Dutch Almond Boterkoek is its simplicity. With just a handful of ingr...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 ¼ cups packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup blanched slivered almonds

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease a 9 x 12 inch jelly roll pan . You can also use a 9 x13 inch rectangular baking pan.
  • Cream together the brown sugar and the butter or margarine. Add the almond extract.
  • Sift and add flour to the creamed sugar mixture. Mix well.
  • Separate the egg, and add the egg yolk to the dough. Mix again.
  • Press into the greased sponge roll tin, and glaze with the lightly-beaten egg white. Sprinkle with flaked or slivered almonds.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes. When cool, cut into bars.
  • Nutrition

    333 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 122mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 91mg