Suksessterte (Norwegian Almond “Success Cake”)

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Preheat the oven to 345°F (175°C). Grease a 27 cm springform pan; if desired, line the bottom with baking paper.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Grind the almonds in an almond grinder or food processor, keeping them slightly coarse if desired.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Gently whisk the eggs and sugar together just until combined.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Stir in the ground almonds, flour, and baking powder.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake for about 45–50 minutes, monitoring so the top does not burn.

   45–50 min
6. 6
   Step 6:

   Add the egg yolks, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract to a saucepan.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Heat over low to medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 15 minutes. Increase the heat if needed, but do not let it boil.

   15 min
8. 8
   Step 8:

   Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Add the butter to the cooled mixture.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Use an electric mixer, if desired, to make a fluffy egg cream.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Let the cake cool completely before removing it from the pan and frosting it with the egg cream.