Sponge cake with nectarines

8 servings

90 minutes

Nectarine sponge pie is a delicate and aromatic treat that combines an airy texture with fruity freshness. Its roots lie in the traditions of Russian home baking, where fruits often take center stage in desserts. Nectarines give the pie a sunny hue, with a slight tartness that beautifully balances the sweetness of the dough. A pinch of nutmeg adds a barely noticeable spicy accent, deepening the flavor. Perfect for a cozy tea time or as a dessert for special occasions – the pie delights the eye with its golden shade and appetizing fruit slices. It can be served as a standalone treat or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream that highlights its layered taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 637.7
• Proteins: 10.7g
• Fats: 23.6g
• Carbohydrates: 96.2g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 720 g
• Baking powder: 2 tsp
• Butter: 200 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Sugar: 190 g
• Salt: 0.3 tsp
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
• Almond extract: 0.1 tsp
• Nectarines: 2 pc
• Nutmeg: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 170 degrees. Lightly grease the baking pan with oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 200 g

2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 720 g
   • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
   • Salt: 0.3 teaspoon

3. Beat the butter and 180 g of sugar with a mixer until pale and fluffy. Add one egg at a time, mixing with the mixer each time. Then mix on low speed and gradually add the flour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 200 g
   • Sugar: 190 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Wheat flour: 720 g

4. Evenly distribute the mass in the baking form. Slice the nectarines thinly and spread them over the dough. Mix the remaining sugar with nutmeg and sprinkle this mixture over the nectarines. Bake the pie until golden brown; the dough should rise (45-50 min).

   Required ingredients:

   • Nectarines: 2 pieces
   • Sugar: 190 g
   • Nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon