🌥️ Slimming World Cloud Cake Recipe
🍰 Description:
A light, airy, and creamy cake that resembles a Japanese-style cotton cheesecake — this cloud cake is perfect for those looking for a low-syn or low-calorie dessert option that still feels indulgent!
📝 Ingredients:
- 5 large eggs (separated)
- 250g quark or low-fat cream cheese
- 4 tbsp granulated sweetener (like Sukrin or Stevia)
- 2 tbsp plain flour (or cornflour for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice or zest (optional, for tang)
- Pinch of salt
- Icing sugar (optional, for dusting — syn if used)
🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Line an 8-inch round springform tin with parchment paper.
- Separate the eggs into two clean bowls.
- In the yolk bowl, whisk together:
- Quark/cream cheese
- 2 tbsp sweetener
- Flour
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon juice or zest
- In the egg white bowl, add a pinch of salt and beat with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 2 tbsp sweetener and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the cheese mixture in three parts, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Pour the batter into your lined tin. Tap lightly to release air bubbles.
- Place the tin into a larger roasting tray and fill the tray halfway with hot water (water bath method).
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until lightly golden and set.
- Let it cool in the oven with the door ajar to prevent collapse.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight before slicing.
📝 Notes:
- Best served cold with a dusting of sweetener-based icing sugar or fresh berries.
- For extra creaminess, substitute some of the quark with Greek yogurt (adjust syns if following SW).
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
💡 Tips:
- Always beat the egg whites until very stiff — this is key for the airy structure.
- Don’t overmix when folding the whites into the batter.
- If it cracks slightly on top — that’s normal! The texture inside is what matters.
🍽️ Servings:
- Makes 6–8 slices depending on portion size.
🔢 Nutritional Info (approx. per slice):
- Calories: 90–110
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 4g
- Syns: 0–2 per slice (depending on ingredients used)
✅ Health Benefits:
- High protein, low fat
- Naturally gluten-free (if using cornflour)
- Great for low-calorie or Slimming World lifestyles
- No added oils or butter
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I freeze this cake?
A: Yes, but it’s best enjoyed fresh. If freezing, wrap tightly and thaw in the fridge overnight.
Q: Can I skip the water bath?
A: Not recommended. The water bath ensures the soft, jiggly texture and prevents cracking.
Q: Can I make it without sweetener?
A: You can use honey or maple syrup (will increase calories/syns slightly).