Russian Cherry Layer Cake Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Russian Cherry Layer Cake, a decadent dessert that combines fluffy cake layers, cherry filling, and creamy frosting. Perfect for special occasions or any time you crave a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 1 9-inch cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, Mixing
- Cuisine: Russian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cake Layers:
- 15 large eggs, separated (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
For the Syrup:
- 21 oz. country cherry pie filling/topping
- 1 ¾ cups cold water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
For the Frosting:
- 1 can cooked sweetened condensed milk (dulce de leche)
- 3 cups cold heavy whipping cream
For Decoration (Optional):
- Chocolate shavings
- Cordial cherries
Instructions
- Making the Cake Layers: Preheat the oven and prepare three round cake pans by lining them with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar until smooth. Gradually add flour, mixing until well combined. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until fluffy. Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the egg whites. Divide the batter, reserving one-third for the cocoa layer. Pour the batters into pans and bake.
- Preparing the Syrup and Frosting: Combine cherry pie filling with water. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Slowly add dulce de leche until incorporated.
- Assembling the Cake: Place the white cake layer on a plate, drizzle with syrup. Crumble chocolate cake layer with cherries and frosting. Add the second white layer, drizzle with syrup, and spread frosting. Decorate with shavings and cherries.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better volume when separated.
- Chill mixing bowl and whisk for better whipping of cream.
- Allow cake to chill before serving for best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: Russian Cherry Layer Cake, Cherry Cake Recipe, Russian Desserts
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