Esterhazy Torte (Hungarian Cake - Vegan, Gluten Free)

ground almonds

🥗Healthier: ground hazelnuts

💰Cheaper: ground sunflower seeds

Ground hazelnuts offer a similar flavor profile while being more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free alternative with a unique flavor.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao powder + coconut oil

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Cacao powder and coconut oil create a rich chocolate flavor with less sugar.

rum

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: apple juice

Vanilla extract adds flavor without alcohol, while apple juice offers sweetness.

Prepare the custard by combining chilled coconut milk, sugar, vanilla extract, black salt, turmeric, Kudzu, and agar agar powder in a mixing bowl and whisking until smooth.

In a separate bowl, mix psyllium husk with water and let it sit until it thickens.

Combine sugar, walnuts, almond flour, tapioca flour, and xanthan gum in a mixing bowl.

Add the thickened psyllium mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Spread the dough into a lined baking sheet and sprinkle with baking powder before baking.

Bake until golden and set, then allow to cool completely.

Prepare the frosting by mixing powdered sugar, lemon juice, cocoa powder, and water until smooth.

Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.

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