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Irresistible Russian Honey Cake

This traditional Russian dessert, known as Medovik, features layers of soft honey-infused sponge cake with a rich cream filling. Perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: cake, Dessert
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Make sure it’s at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 4 large eggs Also at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
For the frosting
  • 2 cups heavy cream For whipping.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour 2 round 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Add in the honey and mix well until combined.
  4. Crack in the eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with the flour mixture.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Set aside to cool in the pans.
Frosting
  1. Prepare the frosting by whipping the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add vanilla extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Assembly
  1. Once the cakes are cool, remove them from the pans and slice each layer in half horizontally.
  2. Layer the cakes by spreading a generous amount of whipped cream between each sponge layer and stacking them. Continue until all layers are assembled.
  3. Frost the top and sides with the remaining whipped cream, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor, use high-quality honey. You can add crushed nuts or spices like cinnamon for extra complexity. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.