No Bake, No Gelatin Cake
4 servings
15 minutes
No-bake and gelatin-free cake is a true culinary wonder born from the desire for simplicity and accessibility. Its history is tied to home comfort when housewives sought ways to make a delicious dessert without complex technologies. A delicate cream made of sour cream and condensed milk soaks the layers of cookies, creating a soft, almost airy texture. The light tang of sour cream harmonizes with the sweetness of condensed milk, while cocoa adds subtle chocolate notes. This cake is perfect for family tea gatherings when you want to treat loved ones to something tasty without spending hours baking. The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible even for novice cooks, and its rich, delicate flavor lingers in memory.
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Place the sour cream in a sieve over a clean cloth and let the whey drain for 4-6 hours. The lower the fat content of the sour cream, the more liquid will be lost. Along with the whey, unnecessary acidity will also be removed, making the cream much tastier.
- Sour cream: 500 g
2
Whip the resulting sour cream with a mixer for 4-5 minutes. Add condensed milk while continuously mixing. A teaspoon of starch will add the missing thickness.
- Sour cream: 500 g
- Condensed milk: 200 g
- Potato starch: 1 teaspoon
3
Line the bowl with plastic wrap to make it easier to remove the cake.
4
Layer the cookies and spread with cream. Practice shows that the ratio of cream to cookies should be at least two to one, preferably three to one. Use three-quarters of the cream. Press the last layer slightly with a plate and let it soak a bit to bind everything.
- Cookie: 300 g
- Sour cream: 500 g
5
Add cocoa to the remaining cream and spread it on top of the cake after transferring it to a plate.
- Cocoa: 2 tablespoons
- Sour cream: 500 g
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Now let it soak well, ideally overnight.
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