Cake
Description
The recipe won't take much time. It's hard to say exactly how this cake got its name, but many homemakers prepare "Annushka" cake at home. The filling can be enhanced with candied fruits or dried berries, for example. It can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. The recipe for "Annushka" cake is quite simple. First, mix softened butter with flour and knead thoroughly. Add sugar, an egg, a pinch of baking soda or baking powder, 2-3 tablespoons of sour cream, and some chopped nuts. Optionally, add chopped dried apricots and a bit of honey. Mix everything thoroughly and knead by hand until smooth and uniform.
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Step 2
2. The dough will be quite firm, but it should still be elastic. Divide it into 2 equal parts.
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Step 3
3. Roll out the dough slightly to form a round-shaped crust.
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Step 4
4. Place the cake layer on a baking sheet and put it in a preheated oven. Bake until done, then bake the second portion of dough. Let the 2 baked layers cool completely.
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Step 5
5. While the cake layers are cooling, you can prepare the cream. Mix one cup of sugar and one cup of sour cream. Beat thoroughly until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add nuts chopped with a knife.
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Step 6
6. In two stages, spread the cream onto one cake layer so that the "Annyushka" cake absorbs it well when made at home.
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Step 7
7. Cover with the second cake layer on top.
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Step 8
8. Combine about 100 grams of sugar with cocoa and milk. Place over heat and stir constantly. When the mixture becomes smooth, add 1 tablespoon of butter and remove from heat. Pour the warm glaze over the cake.