Kyiv Cake (Ukrainian Classic)
Kyiv Cake, or Kyivsky Tort, is a traditional Ukrainian dessert that captivates with its layers of crispy meringue, velvety buttercream, and crunchy nuts. This elegant cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat that balances sweetness and texture in every bite. Perfect for special occasions or as a delicious indulgence, this cake promises to impress guests and create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or hazelnuts (toasted)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups sifted icing sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper, tracing two 8-inch circles.
- In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar while whisking until stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in the toasted chopped nuts into the meringue mixture.
- Spoon equal amounts of meringue onto the prepared circles and bake for about 1 hour until dry and crisp. Let cool on wire racks.
- Beat softened butter and icing sugar until creamy; add vanilla extract and mix until fluffy.
- Once cooled, remove parchment from meringues. Layer one meringue on a serving plate, spread with buttercream, add the second layer, and top with more buttercream or nuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg