Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the German Bee Sting Cake (Bienenstich Kuchen), a classic dessert that combines a light and fluffy yeast cake with a luscious cream filling and a crunchy almond topping. This irresistible treat is perfect for celebrations or as an everyday indulgence. With its harmonious blend of honey, creamy custard, and toasted almonds, this cake not only tastes amazing but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any gathering. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced chef, this recipe will guide you through the simple steps needed to create this memorable dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup butter (for almond topping)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sugar (for almond topping)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tbsp sugar (for cream filling)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by dissolving yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let it foam. Combine flour, softened butter, sugar, egg, and yeast mixture in a bowl; knead until smooth. Allow rising for 1 hour.
- Make the almond topping by melting butter in a saucepan; stir in honey, sugar, and sliced almonds until golden brown.
- Bake the cake by pressing risen dough into a greased baking pan and spreading the almond mixture on top. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the cream filling by whipping heavy cream with sugar to stiff peaks. Heat milk with sugar and cornstarch until thickened; fold in whipped cream.
- Assemble by slicing cooled cake horizontally, spreading filling on the bottom half, placing the top half back on, and chilling before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg