Homemade Rye Bread Layer Cake – Danish “Rugbrødslagkage”

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt lowers fat content while keeping a creamy texture.

fresh berries

🥗Healthier: frozen berries

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Frozen berries are often more affordable and available year-round.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

Make rye bread into breadcrumbs using a food processor.

Mix rye bread crumbs with baking powder, potato starch, and chopped hazelnuts.

Separate egg yolks and whites; beat egg whites to a light foam.

Mix egg yolks with sugar, then add the dry mixture and fold in the egg whites.

Prepare three baking tins lined with wet baking sheets.

Divide the batter into thirds and pour into the baking tins.

Bake in the oven at 175 degrees Celsius for about 15 minutes.

Layer the baked cakes with jam and whipped cream, adding chopped chocolate and cherries on top.

Whip the cream and cover the cake with it before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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