FoodDecadent zigzag cake: A crunchy twist on a classic dessert

Decadent zigzag cake: A crunchy twist on a classic dessert

The Zigzag Cake is a recipe that is definitely worth having in your cookbook. This impressive cake with tea biscuits is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or afternoon snacks with friends.

Zigzag cake with biscuits
Zigzag cake with biscuits
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1:44 PM EST, November 7, 2024

Zigzag cake with tea biscuits and cream looks appetizing, even on a small plate. Between the cocoa sponge layers, a vanilla pudding hides. The pudding also surprises with its taste, as the embedded tea biscuits add a delicate crunch. This dessert is an ideal combination of sweetness and structural pleasure for the palate.

Zigzag cake with tea biscuits

Although there are many dessert recipes to choose from, this zigzag cake is incredibly popular in my home. It is not only tasty but also delightful. Once sliced, it impresses with its appearance and practically begs you to eat at least a piece.

How to make a zigzag cake? It’s actually quite easy. Choose high-quality tea biscuits, preferably with a high butter content and no artificial additives. They will add crunchiness to the entire cake. Along with a delicious and simple pudding cream and sponge, you can enjoy the taste.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup of oil
  • 1/4 cup of sugar
  • 3/4 cup of milk
  • 2 teaspoons of cocoa
  • 2 teaspoons of baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons of 18% sour cream

Pudding mixture:

  • 3 vanilla puddings
  • 1 quart of milk (1 cup for pudding)
  • 1/4 cup of sugar
  • 3.5 oz of butter tea biscuits
  • 3.5 oz of cocoa tea biscuits
  • 3.5 oz of butter

Preparation Method:

Step 1. Sift the flour into a large bowl. Add cocoa, sugar, baking powder, an egg, and milk. Pour in oil, add sour cream, and blend until uniform.

Zigzag cake batter
Zigzag cake batter© delicacies

Step 2. Line the bottom of a baking pan approximately 11x7 inches with parchment paper. Pour in the prepared mixture and put it in an oven preheated to 350°F. Bake for 35 minutes.

Cocoa cake
Cocoa cake© delicacies

Step 3. Pour the pudding into a bowl and mix with 1 cup of milk. Boil the remaining milk and add the dissolved pudding powders. Heat until the mixture thickens. Add broken tea biscuits and mix. Let cool.

Zigzag Cake with Biscuits and Pudding
Zigzag Cake with Biscuits and Pudding© delicacies

Step 4. Cut the baked and cooled cake into two layers. Spread the entire pudding mixture with tea biscuits over one, and cover with the other part. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Refrigerate for 4 hours for the pudding mixture to set properly.

Zigzag Cake
Zigzag Cake© delicacies

Step 5. Divide the ready Zigzag cake into portions and serve it to your loved ones. It can be stored in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days, but due to the cream content, it is not recommended to freeze it. Enjoy!

Zigzag cake with tea biscuits and cream
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