Classic Honey Cake
10 servings
60 minutes
The classic honey cake is a true embodiment of Russian traditional baking, delighting with its rich flavor and delicate texture. Its history dates back to ancient times when honey was a key ingredient in many desserts. Sweet layers soaked in fragrant honey and sour cream create a harmonious blend of tenderness and richness. Walnuts add a light crunch, while boiled condensed milk gives the cream a caramel hue. This cake is perfect for cozy family evenings and festive gatherings, filling the atmosphere with warmth and sweet memories. With each bite, the richness of flavors unfolds, leaving a lasting aftertaste of happiness and enjoyment.
1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
2
Beat the eggs with sugar, add 50 grams of butter, honey, salt, baking soda, and cook while stirring constantly until bubbles form. Remove from heat and, while stirring continuously, add flour. Knead the dough and divide it into 8 parts.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Butter: 250 g
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
- Slaked soda: 0.5 teaspoon
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
3
Bake 8 layers and, without letting them cool, assemble the cake, layering with cream made of condensed milk, whipped with butter and chopped walnuts.
- Boiled condensed milk: 1 jar
- Butter: 250 g
- Walnuts: 75 g