Cherry, Chocolate and Nut Pie
6 servings
70 minutes
Cherry pie with chocolate and nuts is a true gastronomic delight that combines the tenderness of the dough, the tartness of cherries, the richness of chocolate, and the crunch of walnuts. This dessert draws inspiration from Russian culinary tradition, where sweet and slightly bitter flavors are often combined. The cherry adds freshness to the pie, chocolate provides depth, and nuts create a textural play. It is usually served slightly cooled so that the glaze stretches nicely but doesn't melt. Perfect as a festive dessert or a cozy treat with tea. Each piece evokes memories of warm home evenings filled with the aroma of vanilla and baked goods.
1
Mix softened butter with sugar and vanilla sugar until smooth.
- Butter: 70 g
- Sugar: 200 g
- Vanilla sugar: 10 g
2
Add eggs and mix thoroughly.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
3
Add baking powder and flour.
- Baking powder (raising agent): 3 teaspoons
- Wheat flour: 300 g
4
Chop the cherry and chocolate finely, and crush the nuts. Add the mixture.
- Cherry (sour): 100 g
- Chocolate: 200 g
- Walnuts: 150 g
5
Knead the dough.
6
Place the dough in a mold. Put it in a preheated oven at 180 degrees and bake for 40-45 minutes. Check readiness with a toothpick.
7
Melt chocolate in milk using a steam bath.
- Chocolate: 200 g
- Milk: 3 tablespoons
8
Pour the glaze over the cake and let it cool.
