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Low-Calorie Apple Cake with Quark Cream: A Healthy and Delicious Dessert Recipe

    Introduction

    Are you craving a sweet treat but want to maintain a healthy diet? Look no further! This low-calorie apple cake with quark cream is the perfect solution. Packed with wholesome ingredients and free from sugar, oil, and wheat, this dessert is not only delicious but also nutritious. In this article, we’ll walk you through the ingredients you’ll need and the step-by-step process to create this delightful dessert in the comfort of your own kitchen.

    Ingredients for Low-Calorie Apple Cake

    Before diving into the preparation steps, let’s gather all the ingredients you’ll need:

    Base:

    • 1 Apple
    • 3 Dates (about 1/4 cup)
    • 1.1 ounces (about 1/3 cup) Walnuts
    • 2 Eggs
    • 1.8 ounces (about 1/2 cup) Oatmeal flour
    • 1 teaspoon Baking powder

    Cream:

    • 7 ounces (about 3/4 cup) Cottage cheese
    • 7 ounces (about 3/4 cup) Yogurt
    • Sweetener, vanilla (to taste)

    Decoration:

    • Apple
    • 1-2 tablespoons Jerusalem artichoke syrup (or honey or any other syrup)
    • 2-3 tablespoons Water (as needed)

    Preparation Steps

    Making the Base

    1. Start by peeling and cleaning the apple. Cut it into pieces and place it in a blender glass.
    2. Add the dates (after pitting them) and the walnuts to the blender.
    3. Blend the mixture until smooth.
    4. Add the eggs, oat flour (sifted), and baking powder to the blender.
    5. Blend again until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous consistency.
    6. Line a 30×40 centimeter rectangular mold with parchment paper.
    7. Pour the mixture into the mold and level it to distribute it evenly.
    8. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 15-20 minutes.
    9. Once baked, let the base cool and cut it into four equal parts.

    Making Quark Cream

    1. Place the cottage cheese in a bowl.
    2. Add yogurt, vanilla flavoring, and sweetener to the bowl.
    3. Mix the ingredients with a hand whisk until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous cream.

    Assembling the Cake

    1. Spread a layer of quark cream on a plate.
    2. Place a piece of the baked base on top.
    3. Fill the base with a portion of the quark cream.
    4. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
    5. Peel, clean, and cut the apple into cubes.
    6. Place the cubed apple in a non-stick pan.
    7. Add water and Jerusalem artichoke syrup to the pan.
    8. Mix well, cover with a lid, and let the fruit caramelize.
    9. Once caramelized, let the apple cool.
    10. Add almond flakes, mix well, and distribute the decoration on the surface of the cake.