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A Rich Dessert Without Eggs or Milk! Vegan Sarajevo Cake

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Vegan Sarajevo Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from the rich culinary tradition of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Vegan Sarajevo Cake is a plant-based adaptation of the classic Sarajevo Torta. Traditionally enjoyed during celebrations, this cake symbolizes hospitality and the blending of flavors. Its layers of chocolate and apricot jam reflect the region's love for sweets. Today, this vegan version allows for wider enjoyment while maintaining the essence of the original.

BosnianBAdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
15 tablespoons aquafaba (chickpea liquid)
1 dl powdered sugar
1 dl oil
4–5 apples (grated)
2 dl whole spelt semolina
1 baking powder
2 tablespoons cinnamon
2 dl ground walnuts or hazelnuts
2 vanilla pudding powders
500 ml oat milk
125 g coconut oil
100 g powdered sugar

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: unsweetened chocolate

Carob powder is lower in fat and can be a cheaper option.

plant-based milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Soy milk is often more affordable and still provides creaminess.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: regular cream

Silken tofu can lower fat content while maintaining texture.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Cacao nibs are less processed and can be a more affordable option.

1

Prepare the aquafaba by whipping it until frothy.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine the aquafaba, powdered sugar, and oil.

3

Add the grated apples and whole spelt semolina to the mixture.

4

Stir in the baking powder and cinnamon until well combined.

5

Fold in the ground walnuts or hazelnuts gently into the batter.

6

Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan.

7

Bake the sponge cake until a toothpick comes out clean.

8

Meanwhile, cook the vanilla pudding with oat milk until thickened.

9

Prepare the cream by mixing the cooked pudding with coconut oil and powdered sugar until smooth.

10

Spread the cream over the baked sponge cake once cooled.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakingwhippingdrizzling

Equipment Needed

cake panmixing bowlwhisk

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freenut-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Sarajevski TortaSarajevo Cake

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