Honey cake from Christian restaurant
8 servings
60 minutes
The Medovik from the Christian restaurant is the embodiment of sweet perfection inspired by traditional European recipes. This cake combines the tenderness of honey layers soaked in airy sour cream and cream frosting. Honey melted with butter and sugar gives the layers a caramel hue, while a hint of lemon juice balances the flavor harmoniously. The uniqueness of Medovik lies in its texture: soft layers gently blend with airy cream, and the finishing crumbs from the cake scraps add a crunchy note. This dessert is a true delight, especially when paired with fragrant tea. Medovik is not just a sweet treat but a symbol of coziness and family traditions, perfectly suited for festive occasions as well as cozy evenings with loved ones.
1
Put honey, sugar, and butter in a water bath and stir until melted.
- Honey: 35 g
- Sugar: 250 g
- Butter: 120 g
2
Add one egg at a time and mix quickly. While constantly stirring, add baking soda and then lemon juice.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Baking soda: 10 g
- Lemon juice: 20 ml
3
When the mass doubles, add flour and cook the dough, stirring vigorously with a wooden spatula. This will take 3-4 minutes.
- Wheat flour: 400 g
4
Divide the dough into 9-10 pieces (depending on the desired number of skins and their thickness), roll it out on a silicone or parchment sheet, and cut out the desired shape.
5
Bake the layers at 180 degrees for 3 minutes. Let cool before assembling the cake.
6
Combine sour cream, cream, and powdered sugar, and whip until creamy.
- Sour cream (30%): 350 g
- Heavy cream 35% fat: 350 ml
- Icing sugar: 130 g
7
Divide the cream into layers and layer the cake. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
8
Make crumbs from the leftover cake scraps using a blender. Decorate the cake with them.
