Honey cake on sour kefir

6 servings

60 minutes

Honey cake made with sour kefir is a cozy and aromatic dessert of Russian cuisine, where the softness of the dough harmonizes with the rich honey flavor. This recipe is an example of culinary ingenuity: sour kefir makes the baked goods especially tender and airy, while honey adds a sweet caramel note. Traditionally, such cakes were baked in villages where ingredients were used sparingly to avoid waste. Adding nuts, candied fruits, or cocoa makes it even more interesting and adds a special character. It can be served with hot tea or milk, enjoying its lightness and softness. The simplicity of preparation and availability of ingredients make this cake an ideal option for family breakfasts and cozy evenings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 333.1
• Proteins: 4.9g
• Fats: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 58.6g

Ingredients

• Kefir: 1 glass
• Sugar: 1 glass
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Salt: pinch
• Baking powder: 1 tsp
• Honey: 2 tbsp
• Butter: 50 g
• Wheat flour: 10 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Beat the egg and sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Sugar: 1 glass

2. Mix with kefir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir: 1 glass

3. Add salt and baking powder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  pinch
   • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon

4. Mix with honey and butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Honey: 2 tablespoons
   • Butter: 50 g

5. Mix with flour. Add candied fruits/dried apricots/nuts/cocoa if desired.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 10 tablespoons

6. Pour into the mold.

7. Bake at 130-150 degrees.