Ufa cake
4 servings
100 minutes
Ufa cake is a refined dessert of Russian cuisine that embodies the coziness of home baking. Its history traces back to traditional pies made with love and imagination. This cake has a rich flavor with subtle notes of vanilla, cocoa, and almond, while the light sweetness of condensed milk gives it a special softness. Nuts add textural variety, and wine provides a barely noticeable aroma that highlights the nobility of the taste. The layered pastry, where the dark chocolate layer combines with the light nut layer, makes it visually appealing. Ufa cake is perfect for evening tea or as a festive treat, creating an atmosphere of warmth and joy.
1
Beat 135 grams of butter, a packet of vanilla sugar, and 120 grams of sugar until fluffy and light.
- Butter: 135 g
- Vanilla sugar: 30 g
2
Add one or two eggs at a time, beating until fluffy. Gradually pour in 50 grams of condensed milk, beating thoroughly. Add 200 grams of flour sifted with half a teaspoon of baking powder, and mix well on low speed.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Condensed milk: 50 g
- Wheat flour: 200 g
- Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
3
Divide the dough in half. Add a teaspoon of cocoa without a heap to one half. Mix well with a mixer.
- Cocoa powder: 1 teaspoon
4
Add almost all the nuts (leave a tablespoon for sprinkling) and wine to the other half. Mix thoroughly.
- Almond: 55 g
- Wine: 2 teaspoons
5
In a greased and floured pan, layer two types of dough - chocolate and then nut on top.
- Butter: 135 g
- Wheat flour: 200 g
6
Smooth the top, sprinkle with the remaining nuts, and bake at 160 degrees for 1.5 hours. Check readiness with a toothpick in several places (there should be no stuck dough on it).
- Almond: 55 g