Red grape cake with yogurt cream

Red grape and yogurt cream cake – a sweet and refreshing delicacy, perfect for any occasion! This recipe combines fine textures and delicious flavors, transforming a simple cake into a memorable culinary experience. Moreover, it is a simple recipe that is easy to make and will surely impress all your loved ones.

Total preparation time: 4 hours (including cooling time)
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 0 minutes
Number of servings: 10-12

Ingredients

For the base:
- 1 vanilla sponge (can be bought from the store, preferably from Kaufland)

For the yogurt cream:
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 packets vanilla sugar
- 2 packets powdered gelatin (e.g., Dr. Oetker)
- 300 g sour cream (Covalact 15% fat)
- 500 ml vegetable whipped cream (Hulala, based on vegetable fats)
- 300 g yogurt cream
- 300 g sweet cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice

For the syrup:
- 2 tablespoons rum (essence or drinking rum)
- 2 tablespoons Amaretto
- 2 packets instant coffee
- 1 packet Bourbon vanilla flavor
- 3-4 tablespoons sugar (depending on preferences)
- Still water (up to 250 ml)

For assembly:
- 20 champagne biscuits
- Red grape berries (about 1 bunch, with large and firm berries)

Preparation steps

Step 1: Preparing the yogurt cream
1. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt with the 6 tablespoons of brown sugar and the 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous composition.
2. Add the sour cream and sweet cottage cheese, mixing carefully to avoid lumps. This mixture will be the base of your delicious cream.
3. In another container, soak the gelatin in 150 ml of cold water for 5 minutes. Then, gently heat the gelatin until it completely dissolves, being careful that it is not hot when adding it to the yogurt cream.
4. Add the dissolved gelatin to the yogurt cream and mix well. Let the cream cool for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Preparing the whipped cream
1. Meanwhile, whip the cream (if you choose unsweetened cream, you can add sugar to taste; I used 6 tablespoons). Use an electric mixer to achieve a fluffy and airy cream.
2. Once the yogurt cream has cooled, add the whipped cream to the yogurt mixture, being careful to fold it in gently from the bottom up to maintain the airiness.

Step 3: Preparing the syrup
1. In another bowl, combine the rum, Amaretto, instant coffee, vanilla flavor, and sugar. Add still water until you reach a total of 250 ml. Mix well until the sugar completely dissolves.
2. Allow the syrup to cool.

Step 4: Assembling the cake
1. Place the vanilla sponge on a platter. You can cut it in half if you want to make a two-layer cake, but this is optional.
2. Soak the sponge with the prepared syrup. Use a brush or a spoon to distribute the syrup evenly.
3. Add half of the yogurt cream on the soaked sponge, mixing in some diced grape berries.
4. Arrange the champagne biscuits around the edge of the cake, quickly soaking them in syrup. Be careful not to leave them in the syrup too long, or they will get too soft and won’t stand upright.
5. Continue adding the yogurt cream until you reach the level of the biscuits.

Step 5: Cooling and decorating
1. To keep the cream in place, you can use a piece of aluminum foil folded into quarters and placed around the cake. This way, the cream will not slide.
2. Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 hours (ideally, leave it overnight) to firm up well.
3. Before serving, decorate the cake with halved grape berries placed on top.

Chef's tip
The red grape and yogurt cream cake is delicious both fresh and after a few days, but do not let it sit for more than 3-4 days, as it can become too soft. It is a versatile dessert that can be adapted based on available fruits. For example, you can use blueberries, raspberries, or even peaches to add a personal touch.

Nutritional benefits
This cake is not only delicious but also healthier compared to many other sweets due to its ingredients. Yogurt and cottage cheese provide a good amount of protein, while grapes offer valuable antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Additionally, the sour cream and vegetable whipped cream give a soft and creamy texture without compromising taste.

Frequently asked questions
1. Can I replace vegetable whipped cream with dairy whipped cream? Yes, but make sure it is well whipped to achieve the fluffy texture.
2. What else can I use to flavor the syrup? You can experiment with almond or orange essences for a unique flavor.
3. How can I make the cake less sweet? Reduce the sugar amount in the syrup or use unsweetened yogurt.

This red grape and yogurt cream cake will surely become a favorite among your friends and family. Whether you serve this dessert at a birthday party, a gathering, or simply as a treat after a long day, it is guaranteed to bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones. Enjoy!

 Ingredients: Ingredients: 1 vanilla sponge (Kaufland). For the cream: 6 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 packets vanilla sugar; 2 packets Dr. Oetker powdered gelatin; 300g Covalact sour cream 15% fat; 500ml Hulala vegetable whipped cream (a product from the sweets category, based on vegetable fats); 300g yogurt cream; 300g sweet cottage cheese; 2 tablespoons lemon juice for the yogurt cream. 2 tablespoons rum, 2 tablespoons Amaretto, 2 packets instant coffee, 1 packet Bourbon-Vanilla flavor, for the syrup with which we will soak the sponge and half of the ladyfingers, to which we will also add still water. The syrup should have at least 250ml. 20 champagne ladyfingers; For decoration: Red grape berries (about 1 bunch, with large and firm berries, so we can cut them in half).