Elena Chekalova (Елена Чекалова) is a famous Russian journalist, author, and culinary expert who hosted the popular TV cooking segment "Happiness is Eating" ( Счастье есть ). Her recipes are celebrated for adapting classic techniques into approachable, incredibly delicious home bakes.
: Turn off the oven and let the meringue cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar. This prevents cracking.
: 3 large (approx. 90g), strictly at room temperature Sugar : 170g (superfine sugar is best) Vanilla sugar : 10g Lemon juice or Vinegar : 1 tsp (to stabilize the whites) elena chekalova recepty torta
: Whip the drained sour cream with the sugar until light and fluffy. Fold in the ground walnuts and rum.
: 4 cups (thick, high-fat sour cream, ideally drained overnight) Superfine sugar : 1 cup Toasted walnuts : 1.5 cups, finely ground Dark rum or Cognac : 2 tbsp (optional, for depth) Step-by-Step Instructions This prevents cracking
: Just before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar. Fill the meringue crater with the cream and top generously with fresh fruits. 🍯 Recipe 2: Traditional " " (Sour Cream Cake)
: Gently fold in the lemon juice and cornstarch with a spatula. Fold in the ground walnuts and rum
: Remove from heat, let it cool for 5 minutes, and gradually mix in the flour. Once a smooth dough forms, divide it into 8 or 9 equal pieces. Wrap them and refrigerate for 30 minutes.