Alexander Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease cookie sheet.
3. 3
   Grind the almonds.
4. 4
   Whip the egg whites in a large mixing bowl until stiff. Fold in the almonds and sugar.
5. 5
   Spread the batter into 2 equal size heart shaped layers on cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Bake for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, make the custard cream; combine the egg yolks, cream, sugar and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler.
7. 7
   Let the custard cream cook slowly over boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes or until it thickens, stir constantly.
8. 8
   Stir in the rum, then cool.
9. 9
   Frost top of one layer with half the custard cream.
10. 10
    Place the second layer on top and spread with remaining cream.
11. 11
    Garnish with almonds.