Cake
Description
Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. Preparing the "Cherries in the Snow" cake at home is not very difficult, although the process is not quick. You can use fresh pitted cherries or canned ones. It's better to choose richer sour cream so that it doesn't spread. Don't skimp on the cream and generously spread it between the layers. The cream will quickly soak into the cake, making it tender and melt-in-your-mouth. The dessert is ready. Serve it at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Sift about 2 cups of flour into a deep bowl and add the margarine. Rub together until uniform. It is most convenient to rub the mixture with your hands.
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Step 2
2. Add a small amount of sugar and mix in the sour cream. Stir thoroughly. For flavor, I recommend using vanilla sugar or vanilla extract. Add the activated baking soda and gradually sift in more flour until the dough stops sticking to your hands.
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Step 3
3. Place the dough on a floured surface and knead thoroughly. Divide into 18 equal parts. Meanwhile, turn on the oven and preheat to 180 degrees.
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Step 4
4. Roll out the pieces of dough into strips, wide enough to wrap around the cherries. Adjust the length according to the size of your baking tray. The thickness of the strips should be no more than two millimeters.
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Step 5
5. Fresh cherries should first be rolled in starch, while canned cherries should be drained in a colander to remove excess juice. Arrange the cherries in an even layer, leaving a small space from the edges.
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Step 6
6. Carefully roll and pinch the edges. Place the rolls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and put into the oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
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Step 7
7. While the preparations are cooling, you can make the cream. The "snow" will be sour cream mixed with sugar. Combine these ingredients and let the sugar dissolve.
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Step 8
8. Place 5 strips on a plate and spread with cream. Put 4 pieces on top. The "Cherries in the Snow" cake at home will have the shape of a little house. Continue layering in this way, reducing the number of rolls and alternating them with cream.
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Step 9
9. That's the secret of making the "Cherry in the Snow" cake. Leave it for at least 3–4 hours to let it soak thoroughly. Before serving, you can sprinkle it with grated white chocolate or coconut flakes, but it will be delicious even without!