The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1955 — Whipped Cream with Sponge Biscuits
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1955 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Whip half a bottle thick cream until firm and add half a glass fine sifted sugar.
Flavour with lemon zest or vanilla crushed with sugar if desired.
Transfer to a round dish, surround with long sponge fingers of the sort served with chocolate, and serve immediately.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1955. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.