This article provides a step-by-step guide to preparing a delightful honey cake with a delicious cream and cherry filling. The recipe includes instructions for baking honey layers, making cherry filling, and preparing the cream. Follow these detailed steps to create a beautiful and popular dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Honey Layers:
- Flour: 200-220 grams
- Sugar: 75 grams
- Egg: 1 large
- Butter: 50 grams
- Honey: 50 grams
- Baking Soda: 0.5 teaspoons
- Salt: A pinch
For the Cherry Filling:
- Frozen Cherries: 250 grams
- Sugar: 70 grams
- Cornstarch: 5 grams
- Gelatin: 5 grams
- Water: 30 milliliters (for gelatin)
- Cherry Juice: As needed (from thawed cherries)
For the Cream:
- Cream Cheese: 550 grams
- Powdered Sugar: 100 grams
- Heavy Cream: 150 grams (33-35% fat content)
Preparation
Baking the Honey Layers
Prepare the Batter:
- In a heatproof bowl, combine the egg, sugar, and salt. Whisk slightly.
- Add honey and butter to the mixture.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the water does not touch the bottom of the bowl.
- Heat until the mixture becomes homogeneous.
- Add baking soda and mix well. The mixture will foam up.
- Continue to cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it turns a light caramel color.
Add Flour:
- Remove from heat and immediately start adding flour.
- Mix until the dough forms a soft, non-sticky ball.
- Let the dough rest under a bowl for 15 minutes.
Shape and Bake:
- Divide the dough into 5 pieces for 5 layers.
- Round each piece and cover them.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
- Roll each piece of dough into a thin round on parchment paper, aiming for a diameter of 18-19 centimeters.
- Prick the surface with a fork to prevent puffing during baking.
- Bake each layer for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool on a flat surface. You may bake one layer at a time or simultaneously if preferred.
Making the Cherry Filling
Prepare Gelatin:
- Soak gelatin in 30 milliliters of water to bloom.
Cook the Cherry Mixture:
- Combine thawed cherries (including their juice), sugar, and cornstarch mixed with cherry juice in a saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the cornstarch mixture and continue to stir until it reaches a boil. Cook for one minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
- Place the saucepan in a bowl of cold water to cool, then transfer to the refrigerator for 30-40 minutes to thicken.
Preparing the Cream
Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and chilled heavy cream.
- Using a mixer, beat the mixture on low speed, gradually increasing to high until it becomes a thick, smooth cream.
Prepare for Assembly:
- Transfer a portion of the cream into a piping bag with a round tip.
- Reserve some cream for decorating the cake later.
Assembling the Cake
Layer the Cake:
- Place a small amount of cream on the serving plate and spread it to secure the first honey layer.
- Place the first honey layer on the cream and spread a layer of cream on top, leaving about 1 centimeter from the edge.
- Add a layer of cherry filling over the cream.
- Repeat this process for each layer, pressing each layer slightly to ensure they are well-combined.
Finish and Chill:
- Cover the top layer with cream.
- Refrigerate the cake overnight, ideally covered with plastic wrap to prevent drying out.
Decorate:
- Before serving, decorate the cake with fresh berries and mint leaves. Raspberry and blueberry are excellent choices.
Serving and Storage
- The cake should be cut into small pieces as it is quite rich.
- It makes a beautiful and tasty addition to any festive table.
Enjoy baking and serving this exquisite honey cake with cherry filling and cream, which is sure to impress your guests with its delicious flavor and elegant appearance!
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