Bienenstich (Bee Sting Cake) consists of two layers of yeast cake with a creamy filling and a crunchy honey-almond topping. The sweetness of the filling and topping is balanced out by the yeast used in the dough Continue reading Bienenstich or Bee sting cake
A couple years back I had this Torte at the original Sacher Hotel Cafe while in Vienna. This cake has an interesting history. Prince Metternich of Austria asked his court kitchen to create a special dessert for a reception in 1832 The chef was sick that day, so the 16-year-old apprentice Franz Sacher (1816-1907) dreamed something up: and thus the original Sacher-Torte was born On … Continue reading A teenager named Sacher created a famous Torte
One of my favorite Cakes or Tortes when sitting at a street cafe in Germany. It’s a little challenging for a beginner, but it’s worthwhile and tastes great! Best to start planning and preparing the cake 2 to 3 days before. The Cake bottom needs to be baked the day ahead and Cream topping should rest in the refrigerator approximately 12 hours to get firm Continue reading Käsesahne Torte, or Cream Cake
