Quick cake "potato"
6 servings
35 minutes
Quick pastry 'potato' is one of the most popular desserts in Russian cuisine, beloved by many generations. Its history began in Soviet times when resourceful cooks came up with using leftover biscuit and cookies to create this simple yet incredibly tasty treat. The 'potato' pastry has a rich chocolate flavor with light nutty notes complemented by the gentle sweetness of vanilla and butter. It is soft inside but covered with a crispy crumb, creating a pleasant contrast of textures. This dessert is perfect for a cozy tea time or a quick treat for guests. Its simplicity makes it an excellent choice for busy hosts and sweet lovers who appreciate taste and convenience. A taste of childhood that always delights!
1
Take biscuit crumbs or fine cookie crumbs, pour them into a bowl, add cocoa, powdered sugar, soft butter, and walnuts (chop them not too finely), and mix everything well.
- Sponge cookies: 150 g
- Cocoa: 2.5 tablespoons
- Powdered sugar: 35 g
- Butter: 50 g
- Walnuts: 30 g
2
Add room temperature milk and mix well, add vanillin or vanilla to taste.
- Milk: 70 ml
- Vanilla: to taste
3
Make balls from dough and dip them in leftover crumbs from cookies or biscuits. Place the pastries on a plate sprinkled with a thin layer of powdered sugar.
- Sponge cookies: 150 g
- Powdered sugar: 35 g
4
Put the pastries in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
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