Suksessterte (Norwegian almond “success cake”)
“Discover the joy of making Suksessterte (Norwegian almond “success cake”) at home. This 45-minute norwegian recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.”

🤖 Why This Recipe Matches Your Mood
Discover the joy of making Suksessterte (Norwegian almond “success cake”) at home. This 45-minute norwegian recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
This Suksessterte (Norwegian almond “success cake”) is a beloved Norwegian dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to any meal. Its flavors have been refined over time to create the perfect balance that keeps people coming back for more.
Cooking is more than just preparing food—it's an act of love, creativity, and connection. This recipe embodies that spirit, offering you a chance to create something special in your own kitchen.
📋 Suksessterte (Norwegian almond “success cake”)
📝 Ingredients
- •2 cups Almonds
- •3 Egg
- •1 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- •2 tblsp Flour
- •1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- •5 Egg Yolks
- •1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- •1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- •1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- •100g Butter
👨🍳 Instructions
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Almond base
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Preheat oven to 345°F (175°C) and grease cake form (I use a 27 cm spring form) – you can line the bottom with baking paper if you like.
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Grind almonds in an almond grinder or food processor. I like to keep them a bit coarse.
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Gently whisk the eggs and sugar together until combined (no longer). Stir in the ground almonds, flour, and baking powder.
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Pour batter into cake form and bake for about 45 – 50 minutes, monitoring to make sure the top doesn't burn.
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Yellow egg cream
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Add egg yolks, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla to a saucepan. Heat over low/medium heat while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens – about 15 minutes. Turn up the heat if the mixture doesn't thicken, but be careful not to boil.
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Let the mixture cool to room temperature and then add the butter. You can use an electric mixer for a fluffy egg cream.
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Assembly
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Wait for the cake to cool completely before removing from form and frosting.
💡 Why This Recipe?
Discover the joy of making Suksessterte (Norwegian almond “success cake”) at home. This 45-minute norwegian recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
⭐ Pro Tips
- 1Read the entire recipe before starting to avoid surprises
- 2Prep all ingredients before cooking (mise en place) for a smoother experience
- 3For best results, use fresh, high-quality Almonds
- 4Taste as you go and adjust seasonings to your preference
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