Description
Russian Honey Cake is a delightful dessert that envelops you in warmth and nostalgia. This multi-layered cake features light, honey-infused sponge layers paired with a rich, creamy frosting. Perfect for winter evenings or festive gatherings, each slice offers a harmonious blend of sweetness and texture that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in honey.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda. Gradually add to wet ingredients, alternating with heavy cream until smooth.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Fold in honey for added sweetness.
- Assemble the cake by layering frosting between the cooled cake layers and on top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg