Put the flour, baking powder, and powdered sugar in a large mixing basin. Before adding the shredded cold butter, thoroughly mix them. When the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, add the butter.
The third step is to kneed and chill.
Stir in the egg yolks and knead until the dough is smooth. Split the dough in three equal halves and refrigerate one of them to chill.
Getting the Pan Ready, Step 4
Put the remaining dough equally onto a 20cm baking pan lined with parchment paper. Put it aside and go to work making the rich filling.
Making the Cake Filling Step 5: Beat the Filling
Spoon yogurt, sugar, flour, and sour cream into a separate mixing basin. Working quickly, whisk until all ingredients are well combined and lumps are gone.
Getting the Egg Whites Just Right
Beat the egg whites in another basin until frothy, adding a little teaspoon of salt. Beat in sugar gradually until firm peaks appear. This guarantees the lighter, airier texture of our cake.
Adding the Mixtures in Step 7
Gently stir the yogurt mixture into the beaten egg whites just until blended. This produces a moist batter that promises to be delicious.
The Cake Assembling Step
Top the prepared dough in the baking pan with the filled mixture. Take out of the refrigerator the cold dough, rip it into pieces, and spread them over the filling.
Baking Perfectly, Step 9
Place your masterpiece in a 350°F preheated oven and bake until golden brown, 40 to 50 minutes. If the cake rises during baking, that’s OK; it will settle wonderfully as it cools.
Cake Perfecting Tips
Snooze: Cake form and texture are preserved when the dough is chilled before being assembled.
Smooth Operator: For perfect consistency, be sure your filling mixture is lump- and smooth-free.
Golden Rule: To stop your cake from browning too much, watch it while it bakes. Doneness is perfectly indicated by a golden color.
Why This Is Going to Become Your Favorite
It’s about the experience as much as the ingredients or the procedure with this cake. Every stage, from the time you begin mixing to the last slice on your plate, is evidence of the pleasure of baking. Its divine flavour and adaptability will also ensure that it becomes a regular fixture in your recipe rotation.
Sometimes Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use other fruit flavours in the filling? Absolutely! Try varying the taste profile of this delicious cake using your favorite fruits.
Could I use Greek yogurt in instead of sour cream? A good alternative, if necessary, is Greek yogurt, even though sour cream gives the filling a distinct tang.
How ought I to keep leftovers? For the freshest cake possible, keep any leftovers in the refrigerated for up to three days in an airtight container.
I want to freeze this cake for later. A: You may, in fact, freeze the cake for later use. To store it, just wrap it firmly in aluminum foil and plastic wrap.
Could I use margarine for butter in the dough? A: Although margarine works well in place of butter, butter gives the bread a richer taste. Just see what changes the texture and flavor make.
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