Hebridean Hygge Cake

I’ve brought a wee bit of Denmark back home to the Hebrides! Originating from Hjallerup in Jutland, the recipe dates back to 1960 when a woman named Jytte Andersen took part in a cake-baking competition. Her Drømmekage was so good that it won, and the rest is sweet history.

The star of the show is the irresistible coconut and caramel topping that crowns the Drømmekage. As the cake bakes, the topping caramelises to create a delightful, slightly chewy golden crust. Wh