Srnci Hrbet: Czech Dessert Recipe

Name: Srnci Hrbet: Czech Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Filling:; 3 tablespoons rum, or as needed; 4 1/2 tablespoons ground walnuts; Cake:; 1/3 cup butter; 1/2 cup white sugar; 2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar; 2 eggs, separated; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 cup butter, softened; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 1/2 cup white sugar

Servings: persons

Filling:
3 tablespoons rum, or as needed
4 1/2 tablespoons ground walnuts
Cake:
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
2 eggs, separated
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup white sugar

1
Pour rum over ground walnuts in a small bowl; soak for 1 hour.
2
Grease and flour a 9-inch log mold.
3
Mix 1/3 cup butter and 1/2 cup plus 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar together with an electric mixer in a large bowl; beat in egg yolks until light and fluffy. Add milk, flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder; mix until smooth a batter forms.
4
Whisk egg whites in a separate bowl until soft peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form soft mounds.
5
Spoon 1/3 of the egg whites into batter using a rubber spatula. Gently run spatula around the edges of the mixture lifting the bottom up and over the center, repeating until well incorporated. Add remaining egg whites, folding just until blended.
6
Pour batter into prepared log mold and place in cold oven (not preheated).
7
Set oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C); bake for 15 minutes. Increase oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C); bake until top springs back when lightly pressed, 25 to 30 minutes more.
8
Cool cake in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes more.
9
Blend 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 cup sugar together with walnut and rum mixture. Transfer cooled cake to serving platter; cut in half lengthwise. Spread walnut mixture evenly over bottom half of cake; replace cake top; slice vertically to serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Filling:, 3 tablespoons rum, or as needed, 4 1/2 tablespoons ground walnuts, Cake:, and more.

Yes, Srnci Hrbet: Czech Dessert falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Srnci Hrbet: Czech Dessert

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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