The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2183 — Almond Cakes with Candied Peel
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2183 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Scald, peel and dry half a pound sweet almonds including ten bitter almonds; pound with one egg white.
Add half a pound sugar and two or three whipped whites.
Drop twenty-four long oval cakes onto paper, place a diagonal strip of candied bitter-orange or lemon peel in each and bake moderately.
Historical editorial note: Unprocessed bitter almonds may be toxic.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2183. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.