15 LAYER RUSSIAN HONEY CAKE
I recently tried a Russian Honey Cake, which was one of the yummiest cakes I have ever tasted. It was so nice I decided to find the recipe and learn to make it myself. It took me about 6 months searching the net (on websites mostly in Russian, which I definitely don't read or speak) translating from Russian using an online translator, and trying different recipes before I found this recipe, which has produced a result at least as nice as the one I tried. I baked 2 pieces at a time on baking paper on an oven tray. Each batch took just long enough to cook, that I had two more ready to swap when the first ones were done. The cream filling (and coating) is made from sour cream and sugar. The sour cream is simply whipped with the sugar until the sugar dissolves. The original recipe said to add sugar "by intuition"; I think you're supposed to keep adding more until it thickens, but the time I tried that it was too sickly sweet! I have also made the filling/coating using fresh cream - 750ml, soured with 1/2 cup lemon juice and beaten until just starting to thicken (you still use the sugar & honey). This was for a vegetarian who pointed out that the cultured sour cream I used had gelatin in it. A slightly different taste, but a very nice variation. I personally don't like walnuts all that much, so I leave them out whenever I cook this.
Provided by littlepetel
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Beat eggs well with sugar; add baking soda and liquid honey (warm).
- Melt the margarine/butter in a casserole or pot; add the mixture (margarine should not be too hot).
- Put the casserole on a low heat, add the flour while mixing and mix until the mass is without lumps (the mixture will be very thick and very hard to stir). Remove from heat and cool.
- Dip the dough in flour, divide, roll each layer very thin (1-2mm), cut circles as round as possible (approx 18cm diameter), and bake at 180°C for 2-4 minutes or until golden brown in colour; repeat with remaining dough and allow to cool before assembling.
- Beat sour cream, sugar and honey until the sugar dissolves-the mixture will still be fairly liquid.
- Coat each layer with a generous layer of cream; assemble the cake, coat the sides with cream and sprinkle top and sides with crumbs and ground walnuts. Allow to set at least 6 hours before eating.
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Angie Mubanga
[email protected]I would make this cake again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.
Md javeddoli
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the cake turned out great.
Mofe Bernice
[email protected]The cake was beautiful, but it was a bit too dense for my taste.
shaheda farhana
[email protected]This cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.
Arbaz Riaz
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves honey cake.
Tabitha Marshall
[email protected]Overall, this was a great recipe. The cake was delicious and the instructions were easy to follow.
Ronnie McKenzie
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I would use less honey next time.
Murilo Pereira
[email protected]This cake was absolutely amazing! The layers were so delicate and the honey buttercream was to die for. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Henry Veness
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because it seemed so complicated, but I'm so glad I did! The cake turned out beautifully and tasted even better. It was definitely worth the effort.
Danish kashmiri Kashmiri
[email protected]This cake was delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. The honey flavor was perfect and the cake was very moist. I will definitely be making this again.
Sarada Khadka
[email protected]I've made this cake a few times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The flavor is amazing and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
david ealy
[email protected]This Russian honey cake was a hit at my dinner party! The layers were delicate and flavorful, and the honey buttercream was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.