Heart cake with jelly
12 servings
55 minutes
Heart-shaped jelly cake is a delicate and airy dessert from Yugoslav cuisine that combines the softness of sponge cake, the freshness of jelly, and a light tartness of cherries. This recipe is rooted in the traditions of celebrating love and friendship, as its heart shape makes it a symbol of warm feelings and care. The layers are soaked in rum, giving them a refined aroma, while the marmalade and sour cream add juiciness and rich flavor. The top layer of set jelly not only decorates the cake but also provides a unique texture that pleasantly contrasts with the tenderness of the sponge. This dessert is perfect for romantic evenings, celebrations, or simply to delight loved ones. Bright pastry decorations make it a true work of art, while the harmonious combination of ingredients turns it into a culinary masterpiece.
1
Knead the dough, place it in a heart-shaped mold, and bake until done.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Wheat flour: 1 glass
- Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
2
Prepare the jelly in half the water indicated in the instructions. Pour half of it into a heart-shaped mold for the top layer (decoration), and set aside the second part.
- Cherry jelly: 90 g
3
Cut the cake in half.
4
Take the rum and soak the layers well. Evenly spread the marmalade on the bottom layer using a large knife. Cut the remaining jelly into small cubes.
- Rum: 4 tablespoons
- Fruit pastille (marmalade): 4 pieces
5
Whip the sour cream. Spread it on the bottom layer and sprinkle with some diced jelly. Carefully cover with the second layer.
- Sour cream: 0.5 kg
- Cherry jelly: 90 g
6
Cover the cake completely with the remaining cream or sour cream. Decorate the sides with colorful sprinkles. Place the top layer with set jelly in the shape of a heart and leftover jelly cubes.
- Sour cream: 0.5 kg
- Cake decorations (sprinkles): to taste
- Cherry jelly: 90 g