Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Russian Honey Cake, or Medovik, featuring a harmonious blend of clover honey and creamy frosting. This elegant dessert is perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat to enjoy at home. With its tender cake layers and luscious sour cream frosting, Medovik is a showstopper that will impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and versatile in presentation, you can shape it round or rectangular to suit any occasion. Minimal decoration is needed, as the cake shines just with a sprinkle of crumbs on top.
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup clover honey
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp white distilled vinegar
- 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy. Gradually add honey and whisk until combined.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and vinegar. Slowly incorporate this into the egg-honey mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Cool on wire racks.
- For the frosting, combine thawed Cool Whip and sour cream until smooth.
- Layer cooled cakes with frosting in between each layer and top with remaining frosting. Chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Let the cake chill for several hours before serving for enhanced flavors. Experiment with toppings like fresh berries or nuts to customize your Medovik.