Croatian Wafer cake / Slice (Oblatne)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate with stevia

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Stevia reduces sugar while maintaining sweetness.

hazelnuts

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almond flour provides a nutty flavor with fewer costs.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

Lay the wafer sheets on a tray.

In a pot, add condensed milk, vanilla, and chocolate melts, and bring to a boil.

Add 250 g butter to the pot and mix until melted and combined.

Add 2 tablespoons of brandy or rum and mix well.

Add crushed pistachios and mix until combined.

Gradually add ground almonds until the mixture reaches a thick consistency.

Spread the mixture evenly onto a wafer sheet using a spatula.

Press the next wafer sheet on top and repeat layering until desired height is reached.

After the final layer, press down firmly and place a chopping board or heavy object on top for weight.

Leave for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for 2 hours until set.

Cut into squares or desired shapes and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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