Ukrainian Yeast Honey Cake Medivnyk Recipe

Name: Ukrainian Yeast Honey Cake Medivnyk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. dry granular yeast; 3 tbsp. lukewarm water; 2 cups honey (dark buckwheat honey is preferable); 4 tbsp. butter; 4 eggs; 3-1/2 cup sifted flour; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. ground cloves; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

1
Sprinkle the yeast over the lukewarm water and let it stand until softened.
2
Bring the honey to a boil and cool it slightly.
3
The honey should be warm.
4
Add the butter to the warm honey and beat thoroughly.
5
Let cool to lukewarm.
6
Beat the eggs until light and combine with the honey.
7
Sift the flour with the dry ingredients.
8
Stir some flour into the egg-honey mixture, add the yeast, and beat well.
9
Stir in the remaining flour.
10
Spoon the batter into a well-buttered loaf pan.
11
Bake in a moderate oven (325F) for 1 hour, or until done.

884

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. dry granular yeast, 3 tbsp. lukewarm water, 2 cups honey (dark buckwheat honey is preferable), 4 tbsp. butter, and more.

Yes, Ukrainian Yeast Honey Cake Medivnyk 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 Yeast Honey Cake Medivnyk

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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