Medovyk Recipe
Our traditional Ukrainian Honey cake: honey-sweetened with tangy sour cream for a perfect dessert.
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Ingredients
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Cake Layers
Sour Cream Frosting
Method
Prepare the Cake Layers
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 6
Bake the Layers
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting
- 8
Mix Sour Cream Frosting
In a bowl, whisk together the sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the Cake
- 9
Layer the Cake
Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of sour cream frosting on top. Repeat with the second layer and add the third layer on top.
- 10
Frost the Cake
Spread the remaining sour cream frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Optional: decorate with crushed nuts or honey drizzle.
- 11
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
