RecipesBelarusKrambambula Cake

Krambambula Cake

A rich and moist cake infused with the distinctive flavors of Krambambula, a traditional Belarusian liqueur, often featuring honey and spices.

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Servings12
DifficultyMedium
Krambambula Cake - Belarus traditional dish

🧂 Ingredients

  • 300 g All-purpose flour
  • 200 g Honey
  • 150 g Butter(softened)
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 100 ml Krambambula liqueur
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp Cloves(ground)
  • 0.25 tsp Nutmeg(ground)
  • 1 pinch Salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 23cm (9-inch) round cake pan.

    💡 Tip: Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. 2

    In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and honey until light and fluffy.

  3. 3

    Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.

  5. 5

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the Krambambula liqueur. Mix until just combined, do not overmix.

  6. 6

    Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.

  7. 7

    Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the dry ingredients.
  • The cake can be served plain or with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a little Krambambula.

🔄 Variations

  • Add chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds to the batter.
  • Substitute some of the flour with rye flour for a more rustic flavor.
  • Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder for a chocolate variation.

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