Ukrainian Sweet Trio Cake with Poppy Seeds and Walnuts by Nadia Pryimak #LaysUkraineExperience

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta provides a lighter texture while cottage cheese is more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option, while margarine is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener, while agave syrup can be more affordable.

fruit preserves

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Fresh fruit is healthier, while canned fruit can be more budget-friendly.

Beat icing sugar and eggs quickly until fluffy and white.

Add flour and mix until smooth.

Divide the batter into three equal portions for three layers.

Add different fillings to each portion, including nuts.

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (approximately 350°F).

Line baking pans with baking paper and pour in the batter.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.

Prepare cream by mixing butter, milk, and sugar.

Assemble the cake by layering the baked portions with cream in between.

Cover the top with a glaze made from sugar, butter, and cocoa.

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