Turtle cake with sour cream

10 servings

60 minutes

The 'Turtle' cake with sour cream frosting is a cozy treat that evokes nostalgia. Its name is linked to its original dome shape resembling a turtle's shell. This delicate and airy dessert consists of soft cakes soaked in fragrant sour cream frosting with hints of cocoa and cinnamon. The recipe's origins trace back to home European baking, where simplicity of ingredients meets rich flavor. The light sour cream-based frosting makes the cake especially tender, while butter adds richness. Each layer is soaked in frosting, creating a harmonious texture. This cake is perfect for family gatherings, friendly meet-ups, and festive feasts, delighting with its cozy taste and original presentation.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 490.5
• Proteins: 9.5g
• Fats: 38.7g
• Carbohydrates: 25.8g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 6 pc
• Sugar: 3 tbsp
• Wheat flour: 1.5 glass
• Slaked soda: 1 tsp
• Butter: 300 g
• Sour cream: 600 g
• Cocoa: 3 tbsp
• Cinnamon: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Mix baking soda, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and flour in a mixer. Pour the resulting dough onto a baking sheet with spoons and bake at 180 degrees until done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Slaked soda: 1 teaspoon
   • Sugar: 3 tablespoons
   • Wheat flour: 1.5 glass

2. For the cream, whip one tablespoon of sugar, cinnamon, sour cream, butter, and cocoa.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 3 tablespoons
   • Cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Sour cream: 600 g
   • Butter: 300 g
   • Cocoa: 3 tablespoons

3. Remove the flatbreads from the tray and start layering them with cream.