Dukan Diet “Chocolate Salami” Cake

This recipe is suitable for the Cruise phase of the Dukan Diet (PV days).

Ingredients:

• For the Base:
  • 4 tablespoons oat bran
  • 2 tablespoons wheat bran
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 tablespoons fat-free cottage cheese (or fat-free Greek yogurt)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Sweetener (to taste, erythritol or stevia recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
• For the “Chocolate” Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 tablespoons fat-free cottage cheese (or fat-free Greek yogurt)
  • Sweetener (to taste)
  • Water (to adjust consistency)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base:
   • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • In a bowl, combine oat bran, wheat bran, baking powder, and salt.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, cottage cheese, sweetener, and vanilla extract.
   • Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing well.
   • Line muffin tins with parchment paper or use silicone muffin molds.
   • Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
   • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
   • Let the bases cool completely.
2. Prepare the “Chocolate” Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, combine cocoa powder, cottage cheese, and sweetener.
   • Add water gradually to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.
3. Assemble the Muffins:
   • Spread the “chocolate” sauce evenly over the cooled bases.
   • After spreading the “chocolate” sauce, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the layers to set.
   • Remove the muffins from the molds and serve.

Important Notes:

• Adjust the amount of sweetener to your taste preference.
• Practice portion control, even though this is a diet-friendly treat, moderation is key.
• The “chocolate” sauce in this recipe may not replicate the exact taste of real chocolate, but it offers a Dukan-approved alternative.

Enjoy!