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No Bake Ras Malai Cake

Decadent No Bake Ras Malai Cake: Easy Dessert Bliss

Indulge in the creamy layers of No Bake Ras Malai Cake, a charming dessert blending saffron and cardamom for an effortless treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 200 grams Rusk Cake Substitute with sponge cake if unavailable.
For the Milk Mixture
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Avoid higher fat alternatives.
  • 100 grams Sugar Substitute with a sugar alternative if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Cardamom Powder Ground cinnamon can be used as an alternative.
  • a pinch Saffron Optional; omit for a less aromatic version.
  • 1 teaspoon Rose Water Optional; omit if unavailable.
For the Cream Layer
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Light cream can be used, but texture will vary.
For the Garnish
  • 50 grams Chopped Nuts Use pistachios or almonds for traditional garnish.
  • Fresh Fruit Optional; recommendations include pomegranate or mango.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pan
  • Whisk
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Cake Base: Break the rusk cake into desired layers, ensuring they're not too thick.
  2. Simmer the Milk: In a pan, combine whole milk and sugar, bringing it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir continuously.
  3. Infuse Spices: Add cardamom powder and saffron to the warm milk, stirring well before removing it from heat. Cool to room temperature.
  4. Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the cooled milk mixture into the whipped cream.
  6. Layer the Cake: In a dish, alternate layers of rusk pieces and the milk mixture, ensuring each rusk layer is well soaked.
  7. Chill to Set: Place the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped nuts before serving. Enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allowing the cake to chill overnight is best for flavor melding and texture improvement. Customize garnishes as desired.

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