Sour cream cake with poppy seeds and dried fruits
12 servings
180 minutes
Sour cream cake with poppy seeds and dried fruits is a true masterpiece of Russian cuisine, embodying the richness of flavors and traditions. Its multilayered structure symbolizes the harmony of diverse ingredients: tangy sour cream, delicate poppy seeds, sweet dried fruits, and rich nuts. Each layer brings its unique note – apricots add sunny sweetness, prunes provide depth, and raisins contribute delicate spiciness. Combined with airy sour cream frosting, they create an amazing symphony of taste. This dessert is perfect for cozy family tea gatherings or festive occasions. Its rich, velvety flavor captivates from the first bite, while its soft texture makes it especially enjoyable. Drenched in chocolate, it becomes an elegant decoration for any festive table, offering sweet delight and warmth of traditional Russian cuisine.
1
Hang 1 kg of sour cream in cheesecloth for 7-8 hours to drain excess liquid. Whip the sour cream with 1 cup of sugar.
- Sour cream: 1 kg
- Sugar: 1 glass
2
For the test, beat 1 cup of sour cream and 2 cups of sugar with a mixer, add baking soda dissolved in vinegar, eggs, and flour. Divide into 6 parts into different bowls.
- Sour cream: 1 kg
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Slaked soda: 2 teaspoons
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
3
Add different ingredients to each bowl: cocoa powder, dried apricots, poppy filling, raisins, finely chopped walnuts, and prunes.
- Cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons
- Dried apricots: 100 g
- Ground poppy seeds: 100 g
- Raisin: 100 g
- Walnuts: 100 g
- Pitted prunes: 100 g
4
Bake 6 layers, spread with cream, and pour chocolate on top.