Traditional Polish layered cake with tender sponge layers and silky vanilla cream. An authentic European dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.
Author:ssam
Prep Time:45 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 15 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:desserts
Cuisine:Polish
Ingredients
Scale
6 large eggs, separated,
¾ cup granulated sugar, divided,
1 cup all-purpose flour,
2 tablespoons cornstarch,
1 teaspoon vanilla extract,
¼ teaspoon salt,
2 tablespoons melted butter, cooled,
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature,
1 cup powdered sugar,
2 large egg yolks,
2 teaspoons vanilla extract,
¼ cup heavy cream,
½ cup water,
¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two 9-inch pans with parchment. Bring all ingredients to room temperature.
Whip egg whites with salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add half the sugar, whip to stiff peaks.
Beat egg yolks with remaining sugar until pale. Add vanilla. Fold in flour and cornstarch mixture.
Fold meringue into yolk mixture in thirds. Fold in melted butter. Divide between pans, bake 25-30 minutes.
Beat room temperature butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, egg yolks, vanilla, and cream. Beat until smooth.
Cut each layer in half horizontally. Brush with simple syrup, spread with cream. Layer and chill 4 hours minimum.