Medivnyk

Medivnyk

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Tetiana Shevchenko

9 Feb 2026

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Cook

10 mins

Serves

8 People

Calories

350 calories

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Medivnyk, a traditional Ukrainian honey cake enriched with sour cream and crunchy nuts. Perfect for a cozy afternoon treat or a festive gathering with loved ones.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup chopped nuts

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, combine the honey and sour cream until well blended.

  3. 3

    Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Stir until smooth.

  4. 4

    Fold in the chopped nuts if using.

  5. 5

    Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.

  6. 6

    Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Let it cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition per serving

350kcal
Calories

Fat

12g

Carbs

55g

Protein

6g

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Rate this recipe

4.7 · 43 ratings

Comments

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Budi Susanto16/02/2026

I loved how the honey gave the Medivnyk a delightful sweetness and moistness.

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Isabella Pereira16/02/2026

Deliciously moist and sweet!

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