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Russian Honey Cake

Irresistible Russian Honey Cake for Your Next Celebration

Delight in the bliss of Russian Honey Cake, a layered dessert that beautifully balances honey flavor and textures, perfect for celebrations.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 12 hours
Total Time 13 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 1.5 cups Wildflower Honey can use other types for a unique taste
  • 0.25 cups Water essential for mixing with honey
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar plus 2 tablespoons; sweetens and helps structure
  • 14 tablespoons Unsalted Butter cut into pieces for even blending
  • 6 Large Eggs adds stability and body to the cake
  • 2.5 teaspoons Baking Soda necessary for leavening
  • 2.5 teaspoons Kosher Salt adjust based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon infuses warmth and complexity
  • 3.75 cups All-Purpose Flour gives the cake its structure
For the Frosting
  • 1.25 cups Dulce de Leche can substitute with other caramel sauces
  • 4.75 cups Heavy Cream ensure it’s chilled for best results

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • parchment paper
  • Double boiler
  • Food processor
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Russian Honey Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Take two sheets of parchment paper and trace 9-inch circles on them, then flip them over.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the wildflower honey and 1/4 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until it's well combined, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a heatproof bowl placed over a pot of simmering water (double boiler), melt 14 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and the prepared honey syrup. Stir continuously until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Incorporate 6 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon into the warm butter mixture. Whisk until well blended.
  5. Gradually sift in 3 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, mixing gently with a whisk until you achieve a smooth batter.
  6. Pour approximately 1/3 cup of the batter onto each prepared parchment circle, spreading it evenly. Bake for 6-7 minutes.
  7. For any imperfect cake layers, reduce the oven temperature to 250°F (120°C) and toast them for about 15 minutes.
  8. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups of dulce de leche with some of the ground crumbs, then gently fold in 4 3/4 cups of chilled heavy cream.
  9. Take one cake layer and spread a generous amount of frosting on top. Layer another cake over it and repeat this process.
  10. Cover the assembled Russian Honey Cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare layers carefully to avoid breaking, and make sure to chill the cake overnight for enhanced flavor and texture.

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