Description
This Amazing Russian Honey Cake Recipe is a beloved classic that features layers of sweet, honey-infused goodness. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy afternoon tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease your cake pans and set them aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, granulated sugar, and softened unsalted butter. Mix until light and fluffy—about 3-5 minutes.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the frosting by beating together sour cream, heavy cream, and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting on top, then place the second layer over it. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
- For decoration, crumble some of the leftover cake scraps and sprinkle them on top or use fresh berries or edible flowers.
- Allow your cake to chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Keep your pans well-greased for easy release. Don’t overmix your batter to avoid a dense cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Russian honey cake, dessert, Medovik, honey cake recipe