As Easter draws near, kitchens across Poland are bustling with the aroma of freshly baked delights. Among the cherished treats adorning family tables, the Polish pound cake stands as a timeless favourite. Today, join us as we unveil the secrets to crafting this beloved delicacy, ensuring your Easter celebration is imbued with the essence of Polish tradition. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with Poland Daily 24!
Join us as we celebrate the spirit of Easter with a slice of tradition, crafted with love and shared with joy. With our step-by-step guide and insider tips, you’ll be well-equipped to embark on your own culinary adventure, creating cherished memories that will endure for years to come. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and let’s bake a little piece of Poland together!
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs,
- 1.5 cups of sugar,
- 1.5 cups of wheat flour,
- 1.5 cups of potato flour,
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder,
- 1 margarine (250g/8.75 oz),
- 3-5 tablespoons of cocoa.
Preparation:
1. Whisk the eggs together with the sugar (so as to make a Kogel-mogel).
2. Mix the wheat flour with the potato one. Then add baking powder.
3. Add mixed flour with eggs and sugar.
4. Melt margarine – do not cook.
5. Add slowly the hot margarine into the mixture.
6. You can also add cocoa. Then, add cocoa to 1/5 of the mixture and stir until a sticky dough.
7. Then add it to the remaining dough.
8. Put the dough into a pie dish.
9. Place the pie dish in a preheated oven to 180 C degrees/356 F degrees, and bake for about 45-55 minutes.
10. After cooling, if you’d like to, decorate a delicious Easter cake with icing sugar or glaze.