Russian Cake Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of a classic Russian Cake, a delightful dessert featuring layers of tender cake, sweet fruit preserves, and crunchy nuts. This recipe offers a fresh-baked twist on a traditional favorite, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves or jam (such as cherry or raspberry)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or almonds
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Cream butter and sugar, add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.
- Layer Batter: Pour half the batter, add fruit preserves, nuts, then top with remaining batter.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool, then dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- This version is a fresh-baked adaptation of the traditional Russian Cake.
- For added flavor, consider incorporating a splash of rum or brandy into the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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