Kardemummakaka (Cardamom Coffee Cake)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Scrumptious Cardamom Coffee Cake for Your Afternoon Break
in Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons cardamom seeds
3/4 cup milk
1 cup butter
1 egg
1 teaspoon allspice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon thinly sliced almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
450
Sugar
27g
Fat
28g
Kardemummakaka, or Cardamom Coffee Cake, is a traditional Swedish dessert that's perfect for a cozy afternoon break. The cake is a scrumptious combination of cardamom, allspice, sliced almonds, and fluffy cake batter. The cardamom seeds give the cake a sweet and fragrant aroma that's reminiscent of a warm spice market. The sliced almond crust on top adds a bit of crunch and elevates the cake to an elegant dessert.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Grease a cake pan and dust with flour to prevent sticking.
3.In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
4.Crush the cardamom seeds in a mortar and pestle.
5.In a large bowl, cream the sugar, butter, and crushed cardamom seeds until light and fluffy.
6.Beat in the egg and allspice.
7.Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients and the milk, alternating between the two, with the final addition being the dry ingredients.
8.Spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
9.Combine the sliced almonds and 1 tablespoon of sugar, sprinkle evenly over the top of the batter.
10.Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.

PROS

This scrumptious cake is perfect for a mid-day snack, dessert, or even breakfast.

It’s moist, sweet, and fragrant thanks to the cardamom and allspice.

The sliced almond crust on the top adds a nice crunch.

CONS

The cake is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cardamom, the key ingredient in this cake, is packed with antioxidants and has been linked to improving digestion, reducing inflammation, and possibly even improving breathing and blood sugar levels. Almonds, another ingredient in the cake, have been linked to reducing inflammation and helping with weight management.

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