Golden baked bites soaked in warm syrup – simple, cozy, and nostalgic
Based on your image, this is a traditional Romanian-style dessert: soft baked crumb cakes (or small muffins) that are served warm in a light sugar syrup, often enjoyed with tea, coffee, or a small glass of liqueur.
🧺 Ingrediens
🧁 For the Crumb Cakes
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ cup raisins or chopped nuts
🍯 For the Syrup
- 2½ cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Optional flavoring (choose one):
- Lemon peel
- Orange peel
- Cinnamon stick
- A splash of rum or brandy (optional, adults only)
