"Lazy Man" Cake
"Lazy Man" Cake is a traditional Lithunanian dessert (tinginys) made with pantry staples. No baking required, and just a touch of creativity, it’s a treat that has graced family tables for generations. If you are looking for an effortless dessert to wow your guests, "Lazy Man" Cake is the answer.
Ingredients
- 400 g (14 oz) plain tea biscuits
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 200g (7 oz) vegan condensed milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powdre
- 100g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate
- nuts, dried fruit optional
Instructions
- Start by breaking the biscuits into bite-sized pieces. Keep them chunky for texture!
- In a sauce pan combine condensed milk, chocolate, coconut oil and cocoa powder. Heat it on a low heat and stir until everything melts together.
- Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the biscuits. Add any optional ingredients like nuts or dried fruits. Mix gently until every biscuit piece is coated.
- Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape it into a log or press it into a cake tin. Wrap it tightly and smooth out the surface.
- Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours or overnight. This helps it firm up into a sliceable, decadent cake.
- Unwrap, slice into portions, and enjoy with coffee or tea!