
Cake
Description
Delicious baked treat for the whole family. The recipe for "Imperator" cake is quite simple, which means you can make it even without a special occasion. The cake can be large and tall, or you can make several mini-cakes if desired. The baking is ready. Serve at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1

1. To prepare the dough, first beat 1 egg with powdered sugar until white in color and the sugar is completely dissolved.
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Step 2

2. Then add honey, softened butter, a little sour cream, and baking soda activated with vinegar to the dough. Mix thoroughly and gradually add flour, continuing to beat.
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Step 3

3. To make the "Emperor" cake at home, you can also add lemon zest or a pinch of citric acid. Knead a firm but soft dough. Divide it into 3 parts (for a large cake) or into 6-9 parts for a cake of medium diameter.
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Step 4

4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut out the desired shape. Place them one by one into a preheated oven at 200 degrees and bake for about 15 minutes.
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Step 5

5. Proceed similarly with the remaining layers, then cool them thoroughly.
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Step 6

6. Beat the whites of 4 eggs with sugar until stiff peaks form.
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Step 7

7. Use a pastry bag to make small meringues. The recipe for "Imperator" cake can be simplified by using ready-made meringues or replacing them with marshmallows.
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Step 8

8. Bake the meringue in the oven at a temperature of about 100 degrees until ready. It's best to make them in advance, leaving them to cool in the oven overnight.
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Step 9

9. To make the cream, combine milk with sugar, bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Lightly beat 4 egg yolks and pour them into the milk. Return to the heat and, stirring constantly, warm slightly. Beat the butter and gradually add it to the cream in several stages.
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Step 10

10. It's time to assemble the cake. Generously spread the cake layer with cream, sprinkle with some nuts, and place the meringue on top.
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Step 11

11. Cover with the next cake layer and proceed similarly with the remaining layers.
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Step 12

12. One cake layer can be set aside for decoration. It can be sliced or crumbled into crumbs and used to decorate the cake along with the nuts.