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How to Make Russian Ant Hill Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Russian Ant Hill Cake, also known as Muraveinik, is a unique and delicious dessert that hails from Russia. This cake earned its name due to its resemblance to an ant hill, with its crumbly, earthy layers that taste absolutely heavenly.

Muraveinik is a popular dessert in Russia, especially during celebrations and special occasions. It's a delightful treat that is loved by people of all ages and is often served alongside tea or coffee.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 4 ounces sour cream
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 (13.4 ounce) can dulce de leche
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds, for sprinkling

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Combine 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of melted butter and sugar in a bowl; stir well. Whisk in sour cream until smooth. Mix flour and baking powder and sift over batter. Knead everything until a smooth, stiff dough forms.
  • Using the meat grinder attachment of your kitchen aid, pass handfuls of the dough through the grinder. Spread ground dough pieces bits evenly over the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • Beat 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of softened butter in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add dulce de leche and beat until well combined. Add the cooled cake pieces to the caramel mixture and fold in with a spatula until well combined.
  • Mound the mixture onto a serving plate. Using buttered hands, form the mixture into an ant hill. Sprinkle with poppy seeds.

    • Nutrition

    656 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 412mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 73g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 109mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 92mg

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