Bienenstich Iii German Bee Sting Cake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Americanized version of Bienenstich, the classic German Bee Sting Cake! This recipe delivers the perfect balance of buttery, tender cake, crunchy almond topping, and a luscious honey glaze. Named for its honey-sweetened almond topping, this cake is a delightful treat for any occasion – perfect for Kaffee Klatsch, afternoon tea, or a special celebration. Avoid overbaking for a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Get ready to experience the best German pastry ever – Lecker!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 165 mins
Calories 541.7 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
Bienenstich Iii German Bee Sting Cake

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Bienenstich Iii German Bee Sting Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the sliced almonds and 2 tablespoons of the melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  8. Pour the remaining batter over the almond layer and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the honey, sugar, and remaining melted butter. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
  11. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  12. Once the cake is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Once the cake is completely cool, pour the glaze evenly over the top.
  14. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious Bienenstich!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

85g

Carbs

17g