Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 1/2 cup (8 tablespoons) butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup crème fraîche
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar, plus 1 1/2 teaspoons for sprinkling
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/3 cup sliced or slivered almonds

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with aluminum foil or butter a 10-inch pie plate. If you'll be giving the cake as a gift, use a greased disposable pie tin.
  • Combine the butter, crème fraîche, and 1 1/2 cups sugar and mix until well-combined.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until well-incorporated.
  • Add the flour, salt, and almond extract. Mix well, then pour into the prepared skillet.
  • Shower the cake with almonds and remaining sugar.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until golden brown. Let the cake cool for 1 hour before serving.