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๐ŸŒŸ Gluten-Free Russian Honey Puff Cakes: A Heavenly Mouthfeel Experience! ๐Ÿฐ

Discover our easy and delectable gluten-free Russian Honey Puff Cakes recipe, perfect for a mouthfeel experience with its fluffy texture and sweet honey drizzle. Enjoy this aromatic dessert in an elegant top or bottom view presentation while learning about Russian dessert culture and history.

๐Ÿ•’ (Prep: 20 min, Cook: 25 min, Total: 45 min)
๐Ÿฝ Servings: 6
๐Ÿ”ฅ Difficulty: Easy
๐ŸŒŽ Cuisine: Russian

Allergens

Eggs, Milk

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup gluten
  • free all
  • purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Grease a 12 cup muffin tin and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg yolks, milk, and melted butter until well combined. Stir this mixture into the dry ingredients until just blended.
  4. In a third bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold the beaten egg whites into the batter gently but thoroughly.
  5. Fill each muffin cup three quarters full with the batter and bake for 20 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. While the cakes are baking, mix the honey and ground cinnamon together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  7. Once the cakes have cooled for a few minutes, remove them from the tin and transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with the honey cinnamon mixture and dust with powdered sugar.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Gluten Free Russian Honey Puff Cakes! ๐Ÿฎ

Chefโ€™s Insight

To achieve that perfect mouthfeel, ensure your egg whites are beaten until stiff peaks form and gently fold them into the batter.

Notes

For a unique presentation, consider garnishing with edible flowers or sprigs of mint.

Cultural or Historical Background

Russian desserts often incorporate honey as a sweetener due to the country's abundant beekeeping industry.