Welcome to an amazing cheesecake recipe! This cake is a delicious and nutritious option for those seeking a gluten-free alternative with extra protein. With its fluffy texture and irresistible flavor, you’ll be amazed by the result. Let’s dive into the step-by-step of this special recipe.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 10.5 oz (300g) cream cheese
- 2.8 oz (80g) shredded coconut
- 1.4 oz (40g) powdered milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs (or 4 small eggs)
- A pinch of salt
- Sweetener to taste
For the Cream:
- 1 egg
- 3.4 fl oz (100ml) milk
- 3.5 oz (100g) butter
For Decoration:
- Almonds
Instructions:
Cake Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and sweetener until fluffy and aerated (about 2 minutes).
- Add the cream cheese, shredded coconut, powdered milk, and baking powder to the egg mixture. Mix well until you get a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into a 6-7 inch diameter cake pan, greased with butter (or lined with parchment paper if not using a silicone pan).
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is golden and firm to the touch.
- Allow the cake to cool, then slice it horizontally into two layers.
Cream Preparation:
- In a saucepan, gently heat the milk until lukewarm.
- In a separate bowl, whisk an egg with sweetener.
- Gradually add the warm milk to the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
- Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Remove from heat and add the butter to the hot mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Let the cream cool, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until thickened for easy spreading on the cake.
Assembly and Decoration:
- Slice the cake in half horizontally to get two layers.
- Spread the cream over one cake layer.
- Place the other cake half on top.
- Decorate the top with almonds or as desired.
- Let the cake set in the refrigerator for some time before serving.
Enjoy this flourless, low-carb, protein-rich cake for special occasions!
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