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German Bee Sting Cake

German Bee Sting Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of making a German Bee Sting Cake, a comforting dessert that combines a buttery almond crust with a luscious honey-sweetened cream filling. This cake is not only visually appealing but also offers a unique blend of textures and flavors that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat after dinner, this cake embodies warmth and joy in every bite. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll find this recipe to be both approachable and rewarding.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. In another bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
  2. Heat milk, sugar, and butter until melted. Combine with flour mixture along with dissolved yeast, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to form a dough.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise until doubled in size.
  5. Meanwhile, melt butter for the almond topping and mix with honey, heavy cream, and sliced almonds.
  6. Once risen, punch down the dough and spread it into a greased baking pan; pour over the almond mixture.
  7. Bake until golden brown; let cool.
  8. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form; layer between cooled cake halves after slicing.

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