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Russian Honey Cake

Irresistible Russian Honey Cake: A Sweet Layered Delight

This Russian Honey Cake is a multi-layered dessert with honey-infused cake and dulce de leche frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 1 cup Wildflower Honey Clover honey is a great alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Water Ensures the honey mixture remains smooth.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar works well for a darker flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine for a dairy-free version.
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda No substitutes necessary.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg makes a great substitution.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider a gluten-free blend if needed.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Dulce de Leche Caramel sauce can be a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a good dairy-free substitute.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking Sheets
  • Food processor
  • Double boiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare parchment-lined baking sheets.
  2. Heat wildflower honey and water in a pot until combined and warm.
  3. Mix heated honey, sugar, butter, and remaining honey till melted, then add eggs and cinnamon.
  4. Sift in flour gradually, whisking continuously, then rest half the batter.
  5. Spoon batter onto baked parchment circles, baking for 6-7 minutes until golden.
  6. Lower oven to 250°F (120°C) and toast imperfect layers for 15 minutes, then grind into crumbs.
  7. Blend burnt honey, dulce de leche, and heavy cream until smooth, then whip extra cream.
  8. Assemble cake by layering cake and frosting, finishing with frosting on the exterior.
  9. Chill the assembled cake overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure even layering and gentle mixing to maintain tender cake texture.

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