Almond Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk the eggs, egg yolks and sugar in a mixer for about 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Chop the almonds as finely or coarsely as you prefer.
3. 3
   Add the almonds to the egg and sugar mixture and whisk a bit more. Add the flour, without whisking.
4. 4
   Grease a cake pan with butter and sprinkle with flour. Preheat oven to 320°F and bake for about 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Perform a toothpick test in the center of the cake to be sure it's done before removing from the oven.
6. 6
   Bring the sugar and water to a boil, then let simmer for about 5 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
7. 7
   Pass the egg yolks through a fine sieve and add the sugar syrup, stirring well. Bring back to a boil to thicken.
8. 8
   Distribute the soft eggs on top of the cake and decorate with the candied cherries and sugar pearls.