Leningrad Cake

Description

The baking is simple and quick. This amazingly delicious cake will win over not only your family but also guests from the very first bite. It's best to leave the cake in the refrigerator for several hours to let it soak. This way, it will be much tastier. Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. Serve cooled or slightly warm.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   We prepare the dough. Beat the egg whites, separated from the yolks, with half the sugar into a fluffy foam, then add the yolks beaten separately with sugar.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Add the melted butter, sifted flour, vanilla sugar, and baking powder or baking soda neutralized with vinegar to the same bowl. Knead the dough. Divide the dough into three parts and let it rest for half an hour. After that, roll out each piece and bake in the oven at 180°C (356°F) for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Let's make the cream. Beat condensed milk, powdered sugar, soft butter, and cocoa using a mixer until smooth.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Assemble the cake. Spread the jam over the ready cake layer, then apply the cream and cover with another layer. Repeat the process. Also use the cream to coat the sides of the cake. Decorate the coated sides with cake trimmings crushed into crumbs.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Pour the chocolate glaze over the top of the cake. To do this, melt the chocolate with cream over a water bath. The cake is ready.