Mannik with jam
12 servings
60 minutes
Semolina cake with jam is a cozy and simple dessert from Russian cuisine, loved for its tender, airy texture and subtle sweet taste. Historically, semolina cake emerged as an economical baking option when flour was scarce and semolina was always on hand. It has a unique grainy structure that makes it soft inside and slightly crumbly outside. The addition of jam gives the dessert richness and a light fruity tang, while proper baking reveals the flavor of melted milk. Semolina cake pairs perfectly with tea or milk, and its simplicity in preparation has made it popular among homemakers seeking tasty and quick solutions for home baking.
1
Mix one cup of semolina, flour, and sugar (sugar can be a little less than a cup).
- Semolina: 1 glass
- Wheat flour: 1 glass
- Sugar: 1 glass
2
Add an egg and a glass of milk, mix well.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Milk: 1 glass
3
Add baking soda and mix vegetable oil into the dough.
- Baking soda: 0.5 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
4
Add any jam and mix.
- Jam (preserve): 2 tablespoons
5
Pour into a greased mold (mold diameter 24-26 cm).
- Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
6
Bake in the oven at 180 degrees for about 40 minutes. You can check for doneness with a toothpick, but if you leave it longer, it will have a rich color of melted milk and a very crumbly texture.
