Scandinavian Almond Cake

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/4-1/2 cup sliced almonds
• powdered sugar

Directions

1. 1

   Beat sugar, egg, extract, and milk together.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.

3. 3

   Combine the two mixtures and add melted butter.

4. 4

   Mix well.

5. 5

   Grease loaf pan and sprinkle with sliced almonds. Pour in batter.

6. 6

   Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes. Edges must be golden brown. Cool in pan before removing. Cake will break if removed too soon!

7. 7

   Sprinkle with powdered sugar.