Gingerbread cake

6 servings

30 minutes

Gingerbread cake is a cozy dessert from Russian cuisine that evokes the taste of childhood. This simple yet exquisite recipe offers tenderness and a rich aroma thanks to the combination of soft gingerbreads, sweet cream made from sour cream and butter, as well as fresh fruits like bananas, kiwis, and oranges. The origins of this dessert trace back to Russian baking traditions where gingerbreads were one of the most beloved treats. The cake's flavor is a harmony of the sweetness of honey gingerbreads, the tenderness of cream, and the refreshing tartness of fruits. The glaze completes the composition, giving the dessert a festive look and a rich chocolate hue. This cake is perfect for cozy home tea parties and will be a bright decoration for any feast.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 772.5
• Proteins: 10.3g
• Fats: 44.8g
• Carbohydrates: 83.8g

Ingredients

• Sour cream: 400 g
• Butter: 200 g
• Cocoa: 3 tbsp
• Milk: 3 tbsp
• Bananas: 2 pc
• Kiwi: 2 pc
• Oranges: 1 pc
• Gingerbread: 500 g

Cooking steps

1. Preparing the cream: mix sour cream with sugar and add melted butter. Stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 400 g
   • Butter: 200 g

2. We cut the cookies and dip them in cream, then place them on a plate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Gingerbread: 500 g

3. Slice the bananas into rings and place them on the first layer of gingerbread.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bananas: 2 pieces

4. We dip the gingerbreads in cream again and layer the second layer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Gingerbread: 500 g

5. We cut the kiwi into circles

   Required ingredients:

   • Kiwi: 2 pieces

6. We do the same with the third layer. Oranges on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Gingerbread: 500 g
   • Oranges: 1 piece

7. Cover everything with icing.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cocoa: 3 tablespoons
   • Milk: 3 tablespoons