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Boterkoek (Dutch Butter Cake)

This delectable Dutch boterkoek, known as butter cake, is wonderfully moist and boasts a rich almond essence. It's a beloved treat found in many Dutch homes!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine world cuisine
Servings 16 2 8- inch cakes
Calories 264 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced almonds (Optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
  • Whisk eggs in a small bowl; reserve about 1 tablespoon for brushing over dough. Whisk flour and baking powder together in another bowl.
  • Beat sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in beaten eggs, then stir in almond extract. Stir in flour mixture by hand using a sturdy spoon; dough will be stiff.
  • Press 1/2 of the dough into each prepared pan. Press almond slices into dough, then brush reserved egg over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown, about 30 minutes. Let cool, then cut into wedges to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 152mgPotassium: 42mgSugar: 19gCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Boterkoek (Dutch Butter Cake)
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