Tatar sour cream cake

8 servings

70 minutes

Tatar smetannik is a tender and airy pie that embodies the traditions of Tatar cuisine. Its layers, made from yeast dough, are soft and slightly sweet, while the filling of sour cream and eggs gives it a rich creamy flavor with a hint of tanginess. This pie is perfect for cozy family tea times or festive gatherings. Its uniqueness lies in its simplicity of preparation and versatility: it is good both warm and chilled. Historically, smetannik was popular among Tatar families as an everyday treat, and its delicate texture and pleasant aroma make it a beloved dessert to this day.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 315.6
• Proteins: 9.4g
• Fats: 12.4g
• Carbohydrates: 41.8g

Ingredients

• Milk: 100 ml
• Butter: 1 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 4 pc
• Sugar: 3.5 tbsp
• Dry yeast: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: pinch
• Wheat flour: 350 g
• Sour cream: 300 g

Cooking steps

1. Add butter, one egg, salt, sugar, dry yeast, and flour (the amount of flour is approximate) to warm milk. Knead a soft dough and let it rest for an hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 100 ml
   • Butter: 1 tablespoon
   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Sugar: 3.5 tablespoons
   • Dry yeast: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Wheat flour: 350 g

2. Roll the dough into a circle 2-3 cm larger than the diameter of the mold.

3. Lightly beat the eggs with sugar. It's better to whisk by hand to avoid bubbles in the filling. Add sour cream and mix until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces
   • Sugar: 3.5 tablespoons
   • Sour cream: 300 g

4. Place the dough to form edges. Put the filling on the dough. Fold the edges.

5. Bake for 30-40 minutes at 200 degrees.