Ukrainian Honey Cake Recipe

Name: Ukrainian Honey Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup buckwheat honey; 1/2 cup butter, room temperature; 1 cup brown sugar, packed; 4 eggs, separated; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon clove; 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional); 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup coffee

Servings: persons

1 cup buckwheat honey
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1 cup brown sugar, packed
4 eggs, separated
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon clove
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup coffee

1
Heat honey to a boil.
2
Cool honey to room temperature.
3
Beat butter and 1/2 of the sugar until light.
4
Then beat in egg yolks one at a time.
5
Add honey, then stir in sifted dry ingredients,alternately with the wet ingredients.
6
Beat the egg whites until fluffy, and fold in the remaining sugar, beat until stiff.
7
Fold egg white mixture into honey mixture.
8
Spread evenly in greased deep round 9-inch spring-form pan.
9
Baked at 325F for 50 minutes. Then lower the heat to 300F and bake for another 25 minutes.

1322

kcal

Calories

Fat

170

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup buckwheat honey, 1/2 cup butter, room temperature, 1 cup brown sugar, packed, 4 eggs, separated, and more.

Yes, Ukrainian Honey Cake 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!

Ukrainian Honey Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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