The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3242 — Honey Gingerbread
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3242 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Bring 2 pounds honey to the boil, cool and beat with a wooden spatula for no less than ¾ hour.
Add 2 pounds flour, 8 beaten yolks, 10 crushed bitter almonds and finely chopped zest of 1 lemon.
When the oven is ready, beat the 8 whites, fold everything together and place in prepared paper boxes lightly greased with unsalted butter. Bake at the temperature used for white bread.
Historical editorial note: The period bitter-almond ingredient is retained as a historical reference, not recommended for unrestricted modern use.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3242. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.