Healthy pistachio Lazy Cake

Hind Alwan
Servings

12 slices

Prep Time

15 minutes

Calories

320

Cuisine

International

Category

Desserts

Diet

Healthy, Low-Carb

Carbs

14g per slice

A healthier take on the classic lazy cake, featuring homemade almond flour biscuits coated in a rich dark chocolate and pistachio sauce.
Healthy pistachio Lazy Cake

Ingredients

    For the Biscuits

    • 2 cups almond flour
    • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
    • 1/4 cup maple syrup
    • 1/2 tsp baking powder
    • Pinch of salt (optional)
    • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

    For the Chocolate Sauce

    • 200 g 85% dark chocolate
    • 150 ml whipping cream
    • 1/3 cup sweetener
    • 1/2 cup crushed pistachios

    Directions

      Make the Biscuits

      1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
      2. In a bowl, mix the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
      3. Add the melted coconut oil and maple syrup, then mix until a dough forms.
      4. Fold in the chocolate chips.
      5. Shape into small biscuit pieces and place on a lined baking tray.
      6. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden.
      7. Let cool completely, then break into bite-sized chunks.

      Make the Chocolate Sauce

      1. Heat the whipping cream until warm (do not boil).
      2. Add the dark chocolate and sweetener.
      3. Stir until smooth and glossy.
      4. Fold in the crushed pistachios.

      Assemble

      1. Place the biscuit chunks in a mixing bowl.
      2. Pour the chocolate-pistachio sauce over the biscuits and mix until evenly coated.
      3. Transfer to a loaf pan or cake mold lined with parchment paper.
      4. Refrigerate for at least 3–4 hours, or until firm.
      5. Slice and serve.
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