Poppy seed cake
4 servings
120 minutes
Poppy cake is an exquisite dessert of European cuisine, filled with the tenderness and aroma of poppy seeds. Its popularity stems from ancient recipes where poppy was traditionally used in baking for its nutty flavor and unique texture. This cake features fluffy, moist layers enriched with poppy notes, combined with a soft, creamy condensed milk-based frosting. The composition is completed by chocolate crumbs that add a refined taste. This cake is an ideal choice for special occasions and pairs wonderfully with a cup of strong tea or coffee, revealing layered sweetness.
1
For the test, beat 3 eggs and 1 cup of sugar.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Sugar: 1 glass
2
Add 250 grams of sour cream and whip.
- Sour cream: 250 g
3
Add 0.5 cup of poppy seeds and whisk.
- Poppy seeds: 75 g
4
Add 1/4 pack of butter and whisk.
- Butter: 0.3 piece
5
Then add 1.5 cups of flour and 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and mix.
- Wheat flour: 1.5 glass
- Baking soda reacted with acid: 1 teaspoon
6
For the cream, whip 1 can of condensed milk with 3/4 pack of butter until thick.
- Condensed milk: 1 jar
- Butter: 0.3 piece
7
Bake the dough for 45 minutes at 180 degrees. Let it cool.
8
Then cut the cake lengthwise, spread with cream. You can top it with the remaining cream and sprinkle with grated chocolate.
- Condensed milk: 1 jar
