The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3160 — Crisp Tea Cakes
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3160 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Beat 5 yolks until pale with 1 glass fine sugar. Add a little bitter-orange zest and ½ pound (1½ glasses) flour, mixing thoroughly.
Fold in 5 beaten whites, pour into paper moulds, sprinkle with finely shredded almonds and bake on an iron sheet in a moderately heated oven.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3160. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.