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Name: Traditional American Tipsy Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: America
Ingredients: 1 package (7 ounces) ladyfinger cookies; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup brandy; 1/4 cup sweet wine (such as Madeira or Sherry); 1/2 cup raspberry or strawberry jam; 2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup powdered sugar; Toasted slivered almonds for garnish (optional)