Sugar-Free Marlenka
Indulge in the guilt-free luxury of Sugar-Free Marlenka, a delectable layered honey cake inspired by the classic Armenian dessert but tailored for a healthier lifestyle. This recipe swaps refined sugar for erythritol, making it diabetic-friendly and perfect for anyone avoiding added sugar. Made with almond flour, rich butter, and golden honey, the cake layers boast a nutty, caramelized flavor, while the homemade whipped cream infused with vanilla adds a light and creamy contrast. Each layer is artfully dusted with chopped walnuts, giving the dessert a crunchy and rustic finish. With no refined sugar and just 40 minutes of prep time, this wholesome yet indulgent dessert is a perfect make-ahead treat for special occasions or guilt-free everyday enjoyment. Keywords: sugar-free Marlenka cake, healthy layered honey cake, almond flour dessert, diabetic-friendly dessert, sugar-free treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Almond flour
- 150 g Butter
- 150 g Honey
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tbsp White vinegar
- 100 g Erythritol
- 500 ml Unsweetened whipping cream
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 150 g Chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and honey together. Once melted, let the mixture cool to room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with an electric mixer until they become frothy. Gradually incorporate the melted butter and honey mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the baking soda with white vinegar and stir until it fizzes. Add this mixture to the egg and honey mixture and stir well.
Gradually fold in the almond flour, ensuring the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
Divide the batter into 5 equal parts. Spread each part thinly on separate sheets of parchment paper or baking trays to form a thin layer, about 1/4 inch thick.
Bake each layer in the preheated oven for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
In a cold mixing bowl, whip the unsweetened whipping cream with erythritol and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate, and spread a generous layer of whipped cream over it. Sprinkle some chopped walnuts on top.
Repeat the process with the remaining layers, finishing with a layer of cream and a generous sprinkle of walnuts on top.
Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least three hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy a slice of your sugar-free Marlenka!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 623.5 g | 799% | |
| Saturated Fat | 214.7 g | 1074% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1502 mg | 501% | |
| Sodium | 2435 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 345.0 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.9 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 149.7 g | ||
| Protein | 145.1 g | 290% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1420 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1211 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
