The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3169 — Carlsbad Rusks or Toasts
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3169 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Beat 4 eggs with ½ glass (¼ pound) sugar until pale. Add 6 lots finely chopped almonds, a little lemon zest, 4 finely pounded cloves or cinnamon, and ¼ pound fine dry flour.
Beat well, pour into oblong paper moulds on an iron baking sheet and bake in a moderately heated oven. Once done, remove, let cool, cut into thin slices and dry in the oven.
Store in jars in a dry place.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3169. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.