Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let sit until foamy. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, sugar, egg, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth. Let rise for 1 hour.

Step 2

Melt butter in a saucepan, then add honey, sugar, and almonds. Cook until golden. Set aside.

Step 3

Punch down dough, press into a greased pan, and top with almond mixture. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.

Step 4

Whip cream with sugar until stiff. Prepare vanilla custard by heating milk, sugar, and cornstarch until thick. Fold whipped cream into the cooled custard.

Step 5

Slice the cooled cake in half horizontally. Spread the cream filling on the bottom half, then place the top half back on. Chill for 1-2 hours.