: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) . Bake for 40–50 minutes . The sharlotka is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is a deep golden brown.

Slowly stream in the honey and melted butter while continuing to whisk.

Beat the eggs with the sugar (if using) until the mixture is pale, thick, and has tripled in volume (about 5–8 minutes).

(Sharlotka s medom) is a fragrant, moist twist on the classic Russian apple sponge cake. Unlike the traditional version which relies heavily on sugar for lift, adding honey creates a deeper amber color and a characteristic floral aroma. Ingredients Apples : 4–5 large tart apples (like Granny Smith). Eggs : 4 large eggs.

Apple Sharlotka Recipe (Russian Apple Cake) has the perfect texture

: Grease a 9-inch (24cm) springform pan or baking dish. You can either place the apples at the bottom and pour the batter over them, or stir the apples directly into the batter for a more uniform texture.

Gently fold in the sifted flour, salt, and baking soda using a spatula to keep the batter airy.