Description
German Bee Sting Cake, or Bienenstich, is a delightful German dessert that perfectly balances a fluffy cake base with a rich vanilla cream filling and a crunchy honey-almond topping. This irresistible treat is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy coffee breaks. With each slice, you’ll experience a wonderful blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (whipped)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and eggs until creamy. Add vanilla and mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- While cooling, prepare the topping by heating honey with sliced almonds in a saucepan until toasted.
- Once cooled, slice the cake in half horizontally, layer it with whipped cream, and top with the almond mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg