Boterkoek

Boterkoek is a traditional cake made with a combination of butter, flour, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. If desired, almond extract, almond shavings, and lemon zest can be added to the ingredients for extra flavor. The sticky dough is simply brushed with beaten eggs and decorated with a criss-cross pattern on top before being baked in the oven until golden brown. Once done, the cake is cut into narrow slices or squares. This dense butter cake is usually served with a cup of coffee on the side in the Netherlands.