🍯 Prepare the Cake Layers:

1. Melt Butter and Honey:

   • In a heatproof bowl, combine sugar, butter, and honey.
   • Place over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth.

2. Add Eggs and Baking Soda:

   • Whisk in eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
   • Add baking soda and continue stirring for 2-3 minutes until the mixture turns light and increases in volume.

3. Incorporate Flour:

   • Gradually add the flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
   • The dough will be slightly sticky but manageable.

4. Divide and Roll the Dough:

   • Divide the dough into 8 equal portions.
   • Roll each portion into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

🍪 Bake the Cake Layers:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Roll and Cut Layers:

   • Roll each dough ball into a 9-inch (23 cm) circle on parchment paper.
   • Use a round cake pan or a plate as a guide to trim edges. Reserve the scraps for later.

3. Bake the Layers:

   • Transfer the parchment with the rolled dough onto a baking sheet.
   • Bake each layer for 5-7 minutes until golden.
   • Bake the reserved dough scraps as well until crisp.

4. Cool and Crumble Scraps:

   • Allow the baked layers to cool completely.
   • Crush the baked scraps into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand.

🍶 Make the Cream Filling:

1. Whip the Cream:

   • In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

2. Combine with Sour Cream:

   • Gently fold in the sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

🎂 Assemble the Cake:

1. Layer the Cake:

   • Spread 1/2 cup of cream filling onto each cake layer.
   • Stack the layers, spreading filling evenly between each.
   • Spread remaining cream generously over the top and sides of the cake.

2. Coat with Crumbs:

   • Press the crumbled cake scraps onto the sides and top of the cake.

3. Chill the Cake:

   • Refrigerate the cake for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to soften.

🍽️ Serve:

1. Garnish and Enjoy:
   • Before serving, drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh berries or mint if desired.
   • Slice and serve chilled.