Dessert: Scandinavian Almond Cake

Recipe by Robert Landolphi Claimed by both the Norwegians and the Danes, this sugary almond-topped cake is a favorite for all.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Brown Rice

Health and fertility benefits of Scandinavian Almond Cake

Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

2.1 ounces sweet white sorghum flour (about 1/2 cup)
1.15 ounces brown rice flour (about 1/4 cup)
1.05 ounces tapioca flour (about 1/4 cup)
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
5 tablespoons butter, melted and divided
2/3 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 large egg
Cooking spray
1/3 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °.
Weigh or lightly spoon flours into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flours, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; stir with a whisk. Make a well in center of mixture. Combine 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, and next 3 ingredients (through egg); add to flour mixture, stirring with a whisk until blended.
Pour batter into a 9-inch round cake pan coated with cooking spray. Combine 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon melted butter, and almonds in a small bowl; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350 ° for 30 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.

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