If you’ve never made Russian Honey Cake before, don’t let those beautiful layers intimidate you. This no-bake shortcut version is made with graham crackers! It delivers the classic Medovik flavor with minimum effort and tastes like it took hours to make.
Traditional Medovik is a multi-layer honey infused cake with a creamy filling made of sour cream, heavy cream and condensed milk. Instead of making traditional honey cake layers, this shortcut version uses graham crackers to create soft, cake-like layers that form after chilling. Combined with a rich cream filling, this no bake dessert is light, sweet and incredibly satisfying.
Easy to make
Easy to prepare in less than 30 minutes. Only needs a few hours in the fridge but you can make it the night before.
Simple ingredients
Budget friendly with just a few ingredients you probably already have.
No oven required
Easy no bake, make ahead dessert that tastes like you spent all day baking.
Graham crackers: Store-bought puff pastry sheets are sold in the refrigerator or freezer section at your local grocery store.
Cream cheese: The base of the creamy filling.
Sour cream: Adds that extra tang to balance the sweetness. A must!
Heavy cream: Use cold heavy whipping cream for best results.
Vanilla extract: For a little extra flavor.
Powdered sugar: Just enough sugar to satisfy your sweet tooth.
For the rest of the ingredients, please see the recipe card below!
The section below is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. For full details, see recipe card below!
Step 1
The section below is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. For full details, see recipe card below!
Step 1
Add the rest of the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat for 1-2 minutes until fluffy and soft peaks form. Do not add too much powdered sugar. The frosting should not be overly sweet since the graham crackers are very sweet! Small clumps may form from the powdered sugar but they should dissolve.
Generously spread the filling between each layer
The most common mistake is not adding enough filling between graham cracker layers. The crackers absorb the filling so be generous. It should be at least the thickness of the graham crackers,1.5x more!
Refrigerate overnight
For best results, refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to the let the layers soften.
The section below is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. For full details, see recipe index card below!
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Step 4
Yes! The only way for this cake to work is to refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. It actually tastes better the next day as the layers soften, the cream solidifies and making it easier to slice.
You need to put enough cream between each layer because some of it gets absorbed from the graham crackers. It’s hard to give an exact measurement but the cream layer should be 1.5x to 2x the thickness of the graham cracker.
Chill the cake in the fridge at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. This helps the cream set and the layers soften, making it easier to slice.
Honey Cake is best served cold and a great make ahead recipe. Store leftover assembled cake in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days to maintain its texture and freshness.
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Nutrition Information DisclaimerI give you permission to steal this cake recipe for your Fourth of July dessert. This No Bake Berry Chantilly Flag Cake is light and elegant, layered with fresh berries, fluffy cream and ladyfingers. No oven required. Inspired by the famous cake from Whole Foods.
Perfect Fourth of July dessert
This patriotic red, white and blue dessert is most popular Fourth of July desserts because it’s refreshing and easy to prepare ahead of time.
No oven required
This no bake cake is perfect for summer days when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
Easy to make
The easiest make ahead cake recipe for spring or summer gatherings. Prep time is under 30 minutes.
Refreshing & light
Serve chilled with lots of fruit.
Chantilly cream is a lightly sweetened whipped cream with vanilla. Unlike traditional frosting, in this recipe I used cream cheese and heavy whipping cream. This combination creates a stable yet flavorful frosting that pair perfect with the soft ladyfingers and fresh fruit.
Fresh berries: A good variety of blue and red fruit to create the iconic American flag.
Jam: Use high-quality jam. I like blueberry, marionberry or mixed berries. Combined with smashed raspberries for the fruity layer between the cake.
Condensed milk and milk: Both used to soak the ladyfingers.
Ladyfingers: I love using lady fingers because it’s basically dried up cake!
Mascarpone and cream cheese: Stabilizes the chantilly cream and adds more depth in flavor.
Heavy cream: Used for the cream cheese frosting.
Powdered sugar: Ladyfingers are naturally not very sweet. Powdered sugar helps balance the cream and cake layers.
Vanilla extract and almond extract: Adds an extract touch of flavor iconic to chantilly cakes.
For the rest of the ingredients, please see the recipe index card below!
The section below is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. For the full recipe details, see recipe index card below!
Prepare the chantilly cream
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened mascarpone and cream cheese. Beat on high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Beat cold cheeses for 2-3 minutes. This extra step helps prevent clumps.
Add 1/2 of the heavy whipping cream and beat until combined. When adding the last half of the heavy cream, also add the powdered sugar, almond extract and vanilla extract. Whip for 2-3 minutes or until soft peaks form. Do not overmix. Taste and adjust sugar as needed.
Make the jam layer and milk mixture
In a medium bowl, add jam and fresh raspberries. Smash and mix until combined. In a separate bowl, add condensed milk and whole milk. Stir to combine until dissolved.
Build the first layer
Lightly dip each lady finger in the milk mixture. Arrange in a single layer in a 9″x13″ pan.
Add the cream
Top with 1/3 of the cream of the chantilly cream over the ladyfingers. Use an offset spatula to spread a smooth even layer.
Add the jam
Spread the entire jam over the cream into an even layer.
Repeat the layers
Continue layering the ladyfingers and 1/3 of the chantilly cream. Make sure to reserve enough for the final layer.
The section below is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. For the full recipe details, see recipe index card below!
Smooth the top layer
Use an offset spatula to make sure the top layer is smooth.
Create the flag outline
Use the tip of a knife or a toothpick to outline the sections of the flag. Create a rectangle in the upper left corner and 3 horizontal even lines.
Layer the blue section
Layer the blackberries and blueberries in the corner.
Pipe the white stripes
Use a piping bag with a star tip to pipe thick straight lines on the horizontal outlines.
Layer the red fruit
Arrange the strawberries, raspberries and cherries in between the white frosting.
Cover and refrigerate
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for best results. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
For best results, refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. This gives enough time for the ladyfingers to absorb the surrounding moisture from the cream and jam.
For the most flavorful results, dip in sweetened condensed milk mixture or a simple syrup.
Dip each ladyfinger for only 1-2 seconds. They absorb liquid quickly and over-soaking can make the dessert too soft and ruin the layers.
No Bake Berry Chantilly Cake is a delicious make-ahead recipe. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze once soaked.
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Nutrition Information DisclaimerThis healthy Waldorf Salad is simple, refreshing and ready in minutes. It combines crisp apples, chewy dates, crunchy pecans and celery in a creamy dressing for the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. You can serve it for lunch, a holiday gathering or a light dinner side dish.
Crunchy & Refreshing
Every bite is a mix of crunch and creaminess.
Irresistible homemade dressing
The dressing light made with mayo and Greek yogurt. It keeps this salad refreshing without being too heavy.
Easy to prep
There’s no cooking required. It’s simply a matter of washing, chopping and mixing. It can be made ahead of time, making it ideal for meal prep or entertaining.
Waldorf Salad is a fruit and nut salad. Originally served at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City in the 1800s, this salad combines apples, celery, dates, arugula, pecans and a creamy dressing for the perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.
Apples: For crunch and sweetness. Compliments all the ingredients well.
Celery: For freshness and crunch. Most of the salad is made up of celery!
Dates: Dates add a caramel-like sweetness and chewy texture that makes this salad so irresistible and rich.
Mayonnaise and Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt adds extra protein and keeps the dressing light.
Parmesan: Adds a nutty, salty flavor and thickens the dressing.
Arugulal (optional): Adds more fullness to the salad but you may skip it completely.
Lemon juice: Freshy squeezed lemon juice provides acidity, brightness and freshness.
Maple syrup or honey: To balance out the acidity of the lemon and celery.
Olive oil: A good quality olive oil is important as the flavor of the dressing depends on it.
For the rest of the ingredients, please see the recipe index card below!
Step one
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayo, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, dill and parsley. Whisk until smooth.
Step two
Add parmesan and whisk until thick and combined.
Prepare the ingredients
Wash and chop the apples. Chop the apples and dates into bite sized pieces. Slice the celery and cucumbers into thin round slices. Roughly chop the pecans.
Make the creamy dressing
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayo, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, dill, parsley and parmesan until smooth.
Combine everything
To a large mixing bowl, add arugula, celery, dates, apples and pecans. Pour the creamy dressing over the top and toss until evenly coated. Best served chilled.
Chill the ingredients
Place the apples, celery and dates in the fridge before prepping the salad. This salad is best served cold.
Toss apples in lemon juice
Keep the apples fresh by tossing them in water and lemon juice.
Make it a meal
Add grilled or shredded chicken to make it a complete meal.
The original salad included apples, celery and mayonnaise. That’s it! I think my version is WAY better!
Yes! This salad tastes better chilled in the fridge for a few hours. You can prepare it one day in advance but some of the salad elements may lose their fresh crunch. Make the salad and toss everything together except the pecans and arugula. They will get soggy and loose their crunch.
Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala or Granny smith apples are great choices because they stay crisp. I prefer Gala apples.
This healthy Waldorf Salad pairs well at any occasion with any spreads. Serve at holidays, weeknight dinners or special gatherings with a side of grilled chicken or steak and artisan bread.
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If you love banana bread but want something indulgent, this Double Chocolate Banana Bread recipe is for you. It’s the perfect mix between a classic banana bread and chocolate cake. This banana bread recipe is extra moist, fudge-like and will satisfies all your chocolate cravings. Perfect for breakfast, snacks or desserts.
Tres Leches means “three milks” in Spanish – referring to the trio of milks that soak the cake. In this recipe, we used evaporated milk, condensed milk and heavy cream.
Looking for a comforting, family-friendly dinner that comes together in one pot? This Broccoli Mac and Cheese is the answer. Think Panera’s famous Broccoli Cheddar Soup but in pasta form and even better. It combines the comforting nature of soup with the creaminess of a rich, cheesy pasta.
Sausage Tortellini Soup. This recipe is wholesome, comforting and made with everyday ingredients you probably have in your fridge. The best part is its made in one pot!
Napoleon Cake is a beloved classic French dessert known for its flaky puff pastry layers and luscious pastry cream. It’s rich in flavor, light in texture and fancy enough for any occasion.
I know this statement may seem dramatic but this is the best Banana Coffee Cake you will ever have. Packed with rich coffee flavor and crunchy walnuts, this moist and tender loaf is finished with a luscious coffee glaze for an extra indulgent touch. Think your favorite coffee cake at the café but actually made with coffee and even better!
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup. This recipe is wholesome, comforting and made with everyday ingredients you probably have in your fridge. No fancy steps or equipment and everything is made in one pot! It’s light, lemony broth makes this soup refreshing and vibrant – even on the coldest winter days.
Brioche French Toast Casserole is a comforting and crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch dish. It combines rich, buttery brioche with warm spices and a custard-like filling for the perfect holiday or weekend treat.
Cozonac is a traditional sweet bread originating from Romania, Moldova and other Balkan countries. It is particularly popular during holidays like Christmas, Easter and New Year’s. Growing up, we were lucky enough to enjoy it year-round. My recipe takes the ever-intimidating and somewhat-complicated steps of Cozonac and simplifies it for you. Consider this your ultimate guide!
Hot Honey Bacon Wrapped Carrots are the perfect side dish for any occasion. The natural sweetness of the roasted carrots pairs perfectly with the salty, crispy bacon and glazed with hot honey until caramelized. This dish will compliment everything on your holiday table this year.
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