How to Make Latvian Honey Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Latvian honey cake, also known as "medovik" in Latvian, is a classic dessert that is popular in Latvia and other Eastern European countries. This delicious cake is made with layers of honey-infused sponge cake, filled with a rich and creamy sour cream frosting. The result is a decadent and indulgent treat that is perfect for any special occasion or celebration.

The key ingredient in Latvian honey cake is, of course, honey. The honey gives the cake a unique flavor and a moist, tender t...

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Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup honey
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 (16 ounce) containers sour cream
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 55 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Set out five 9x13-inch sheets of parchment paper.
  • Make the cake: Mix eggs, honey, flour, and baking soda together in a large bowl. Spoon 1/5 of the batter (3 to 4 tablespoons) onto each sheet of parchment paper. Spread the batter as thin as possible using a wide spatula. Carefully place one sheet of batter onto a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Lift the parchment and remove the baked cake layer from the baking sheet; prick the cake with a fork to enhance filling absorbency. Repeat to bake the remaining four cake layers.
  • Make the filling: Stir sour cream and sugar together in a small bowl. Invert one cake layer into a 9x13-inch baking dish; carefully remove the parchment paper. Spread 1/5 of the sour cream mixture onto the cake, then sprinkle with 1/5 of the walnuts. Repeat the process with the remaining four layers, sour cream, and walnuts. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight. Trim off any ragged edges before serving.
  • Nutrition

    470 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg
    • Sodium: 269mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 40g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 109mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 206mg