Kermakakku Finnish Sour Cream Cake
Indulge in the Scandinavian simplicity of Kermakakku, a delightful Finnish sour cream cake that’s perfect for any occasion. This flavorful and moist cake combines rich sour cream, buttery softness, and a hint of vanilla for a comforting, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Made with everyday pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and sugar, this straightforward recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Baked to golden perfection, it boasts a tender crumb that’s ideal for pairing with coffee or tea. For an elegant finishing touch, a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a subtle sweetness that complements the cake’s natural richness. Whether served at a cozy family gathering or as a sweet treat for guests, this authentic Finnish dessert is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 150 grams unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 200 grams sour cream
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan generously with butter or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
Fold in the sour cream gently using a spatula until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, mixing just until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, optionally dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.5 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.1 g | 526% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 804 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 2380 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 424.6 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 229.8 g | ||
| Protein | 46.1 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
