Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
500 g

flour

30 g

Baker's yeast

80 g

sugar

80 g

soft butter

1 pinch

salt

1 unit

egg

200 ml

lukewarm milk

150 g

butter

200 g

sugar

2 tbsp

honey

3 tbsp

cream

100 g

pine nuts

100 g

flaked almonds

1 packet

instant vanilla pudding mix

500 ml

milk

2 tbsp

sugar

1 pinch

salt

250 g

soft butter

Step 1
~6 min

Combine flour, yeast, sugar, butter, salt, egg, and lukewarm milk in a bowl and form a smooth dough.

Step 2
~6 min

Cover the dough and let it rise for 30 minutes.

Step 3
~6 min

To prepare the filling, heat butter, sugar, honey, and cream in a saucepan.

Step 4
~6 min

Stir in the pine nuts and flaked almonds.

Step 5
~6 min

Use your fingertips to make small holes in the risen dough.

Step 6
~6 min

Pour the slightly cooled filling over the dough.

Step 7
~6 min

Let it sit for 10 minutes, then bake at 350F (175C) for about 30 minutes, or until the filling is lightly golden.

Step 8
~6 min

Let the baked square cool completely.

Step 9
~6 min

Cut the square into four pieces, then diagonally into four again to create 16 pieces with topping.

Step 10
~6 min

Prepare the vanilla pudding by combining vanilla powder, milk, sugar, and salt.

Step 11
~6 min

Let the pudding cool.

Step 12
~6 min

Beat the very soft butter until it is light and fluffy.

Step 13
~6 min

Add the cooled pudding to the butter, one spoonful at a time, mixing well.

Step 14
~6 min

Spread the vanilla pudding mixture on the cake bottoms.

Step 15
~6 min

Place the cake tops (mostly topping) on top of the pudding.

Step 16
~6 min

Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the filling.

Toast the pine nuts and almonds before adding them to the filling for enhanced flavor.

Make sure the pudding is completely cooled before adding the butter to avoid melting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Serve with a cup of coffee or tea

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh Berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Often served during holidays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday Baking
Party Dessert
Afternoon Tea

Popularity Score

70/100