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"Pancho" Cake recipe // Chocolate cake with pineapples recipe

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Торт Панчо

Cultural Context

Торт Панчо is a beloved Russian dessert that combines layers of chocolate cake with creamy filling, often enjoyed during celebrations and special occasions. Its name, 'Pancho', evokes a playful spirit, making it a favorite for birthdays and holidays. This cake showcases the Russian affinity for rich, indulgent desserts, and has seen various adaptations over the years, reflecting the creativity of home bakers.

RussianRUdessert
120 min
hard
8 servings
Servings4
6 eggs
1/3 tsp salt
180 g sugar
120 g all-purpose flour
40 g cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
800 g sour cream 25%
120 g powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract/sugar
2 tsp lemon juice
300 g pineapple (without syrup)
20 g chocolate
300 g sour cream 30%
50 g powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract/sugar

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Dark chocolate has less sugar and can be healthier.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are less expensive and nut-free.

1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

2

In a bowl, mix together the eggs, salt, sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder until well combined.

3

Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

4

Let the sponge cake cool completely.

5

In a bowl, mix 800 g of sour cream with 120 g of powdered sugar, 1 tsp of vanilla extract/sugar, and 2 tsp of lemon juice for assembly.

6

Once the cake is cool, cut it into pieces and soak them with the sour cream mixture.

7

Add the canned pineapple pieces to the soaked cake pieces.

8

In another bowl, mix 300 g of sour cream with 50 g of powdered sugar and 1 tsp of vanilla extract/sugar for coating.

9

Coat the assembled cake with the sour cream mixture and decorate with 20 g of chocolate.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pancho CakeТорт Панчи

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