Ready in Minutes: Simply Delicious Zucchini Patties

Ingredients

To make these tasty zucchini patties, you will need:

• 1 medium-sized zucchini
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 egg
• 120 g (about 1 cup) grated cheese (Gouda recommended)
• 3-4 tbsp breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying

Nutrition Information

This recipe serves approximately 4 people. The nutritional information per serving is as follows:

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 2g
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 500mg

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Zucchini

Start by cleaning the zucchini, washing it thoroughly, and patting it dry. Grate the zucchini finely and place it in a bowl. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper, then let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes. This will help draw out excess moisture from the zucchini.

2. Remove Excess Moisture

After the zucchini has rested, use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out and remove any excess juice from the grated zucchini. This step is crucial to ensure the patties hold together well during cooking.

3. Combine Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini with the minced garlic, 1 egg, grated cheese, and 3-4 tablespoons breadcrumbs. Mix everything well until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is firm enough to form patties.

4. Form the Patties

Shape the mixture into small patties. If the mixture is too wet, you can add a bit more breadcrumbs to help bind it together.

5. Coat and Fry the Patties

Coat each patty in breadcrumbs for an extra crispy exterior. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the patties in the pan. Fry them for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.

6. Serve

Remove the patties from the pan and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy these delicious zucchini patties.

Tips for the Best Zucchini Patties

• Remove as much moisture as possible: This ensures the patties hold together and become crispy when fried.
• Season well: Adjust the seasoning to your taste for the best flavor.
• Use good melting cheese: Gouda is recommended for its rich flavor and melting properties, but you can experiment with other cheeses.

Storing and Serving

These zucchini patties are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them in a pan or in the oven to retain their crispiness.

Serve these patties as a main dish with a side salad, or as an appetizer with a dipping sauce like tzatziki, sour cream, or marinara sauce. They are versatile and pair well with various accompaniments.

Conclusion

Our Simply Delicious Zucchini Patties are a quick and easy recipe that delivers fantastic flavor and texture. Perfect for any meal, these patties are a great way to enjoy zucchini in a new and exciting way. Enjoy making and eating these delightful patties, and feel free to share them with family and friends!

Flourless Pancakes with Berry Sauce: A Quick, Healthy Breakfast
Ingredients:
Pancake Batter:
5.3 oz (150 g) cottage cheese
1 oz (25 g) coconut flour
1 egg
⅓ tsp (1 g) baking soda
Pinch of salt
Berry Sauce:
2 cups (250 g) frozen berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, or mixed berries)
1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
Sweetener to taste (e.g., 1 tbsp stevia, or any sweetener of your choice)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prepare the Berry Sauce:
The berry sauce adds a fresh and fruity contrast to the protein-rich pancakes. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of frozen berries and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. The lemon juice brightens the flavor of the berries and balances their natural sweetness.

Add your preferred sweetener to taste. If you’re using stevia, 1 tablespoon should suffice, but feel free to adjust based on the sweetness of the berries and your personal preference. Stir the mixture over medium heat, allowing the berries to thaw and release their juices.

Cook the berries, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens—this should take about 5-7 minutes. Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and set it aside to cool slightly while you prepare the pancakes.

2. Make the Pancake Batter:
In a mixing bowl, combine 5.3 oz (150 g) of cottage cheese with 1 egg and a pinch of salt. The cottage cheese adds moisture and protein to the pancakes, while the egg helps bind the ingredients together. Whisk these ingredients until smooth. You can use a hand whisk or a fork to ensure the mixture is well combined.

Next, add 1 oz (25 g) of coconut flour to the mixture. Coconut flour is a highly absorbent, gluten-free flour alternative, so it only takes a small amount to thicken the batter. As soon as the flour is mixed in, add ⅓ teaspoon of baking soda to help the pancakes rise and become fluffy. Stir everything together until the batter becomes thick and smooth. The consistency should be thick enough to hold its shape when spooned onto the pan.

Ready in Minutes: Simply Delicious Zucchini Patties
3. Cook the Pancakes:
Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over low heat. It’s important to cook these pancakes over low heat to prevent burning due to the thickness of the batter and the absence of regular flour. If your pan isn’t non-stick, you can lightly grease it with a bit of vegetable oil or cooking spray.

Once the pan is hot, spoon about 2 tablespoons of the pancake batter per pancake onto the pan. The batter will be thick, so use the back of a spoon to gently flatten it into a round shape. Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Be patient, as cooking on low heat ensures that the insides cook fully without the outsides becoming too dark.

As soon as they’re golden on both sides, remove them from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.

4. Serve and Enjoy:
Once your pancakes are ready, serve them warm with the prepared berry sauce. The combination of fluffy, high-protein pancakes and the sweet, tangy berry sauce makes for a deliciously balanced breakfast. You can drizzle the berry sauce on top of the pancakes or serve it on the side for dipping.

Benefits of Flourless Pancakes:
These flourless pancakes offer numerous health benefits, making them a fantastic choice for a balanced, nutritious breakfast:

Best Ever Baked Apple Cake
Gluten-free: Since they’re made with coconut flour, these pancakes are safe for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
High in protein: The cottage cheese and egg provide a high-protein content, which keeps you fuller for longer and supports muscle maintenance.
Low-carb: With the use of coconut flour, these pancakes are lower in carbohydrates compared to traditional pancakes, making them suitable for low-carb diets.
Quick and easy: You can whip up these pancakes in just three minutes, perfect for busy mornings when you need something fast yet satisfying.
Variations and Additions:
To personalize this recipe, you can add extra ingredients to suit your tastes:

Flavoring: Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for additional depth of flavor.
Toppings: Swap the berries for sliced bananas, peaches, or any other fruit you enjoy. You can also drizzle the pancakes with honey, maple syrup, or nut butter for a different twist.
Mix-ins: Incorporate a handful of nuts, seeds, or dark chocolate chips into the batter for added texture and flavor.
Tips for Success:
Low heat is key: Because these pancakes are flourless, cooking them slowly over low heat ensures they cook through without burning.
Non-stick pan: Using a non-stick pan will make flipping the pancakes easier and help achieve an even golden color.
Adjust sweetness: Depending on the tartness of the berries, you may want to adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less sweetener to taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 120 kcal
Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 9 g
Serving Size: Makes approximately 6 small pancakes
These flourless pancakes with a fresh berry sauce are the perfect healthy breakfast for anyone looking to start their day with a nutritious, gluten-free, and protein-packed meal. Ready in just minutes, they are a fantastic option for those who want a quick yet satisfying meal.

Best Ever Baked Apple Cake

Ingredients

To bake this mouth-watering apple cake, you will need:

• Fat for the mold
• 150 g (2/3 cup) margarine or butter, softened
• 120 g (1/2 cup + 1 tbsp) sugar
• 1/2 package baking powder (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)
• 220 g (1 3/4 cups) flour
• 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) apples, peeled and cored
• 3 eggs
• Butter for spreading
• Cinnamon, to taste

Nutrition Information

This recipe serves approximately 12-14 people. The nutritional information per serving is as follows:

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 15g
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sodium: 150mg

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Springform Pan

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 26cm (10-inch) springform pan with butter or margarine to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.

2. Make the Batter

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 150 g (2/3 cup) of softened margarine or butter and 120 g (1/2 cup + 1 tbsp) of sugar until light and fluffy. Add the 3 eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Sift together 220 g (1 3/4 cups) of flour and 1/2 package (about 1 1/2 teaspoons) of baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a smooth batter forms.

3. Prepare the Apples

Peel, core, and cut the 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) apples into large pieces, such as eighths, depending on their size. Fold the apple pieces into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.

4. Bake the Cake

Pour the apple-batter mixture into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top as best as you can. The batter will be thick and the apples will make it look uneven, but that’s perfectly fine.

Place the pan on the bottom rack of the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour.

5. Add Butter and Cinnamon-Sugar

After 45 minutes, open the oven and spread butter generously over the top of the cake. Sprinkle with plenty of sugar or a cinnamon-sugar mixture to your taste.

6. Finish Baking

Continue baking for the remaining 15 minutes. If the cake starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with a piece of baking paper to prevent burning.

7. Cool and Serve

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack. This cake is best served warm, and it pairs wonderfully with a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips for the Perfect Apple Cake

• Use a variety of apples: Different apple varieties can add depth of flavor and texture to the cake.
• Don’t worry about the batter-to-apple ratio: The batter serves mainly to hold the apples together, ensuring a juicy and flavorful cake.
• Check for doneness: Insert a skewer into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs, the cake is done.

Storing and Serving

This apple cake can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate the cake for up to 5 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for a few seconds before serving to enjoy the cake warm.

Serve this cake as a delightful dessert after meals or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea. Its moist, apple-filled goodness is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Conclusion

This Apple Cake is truly the best you’ll ever bake, with its luscious apple chunks held together by a tender, buttery batter. Whether you’re baking it for a special occasion or just because, this cake will quickly become a beloved recipe in your kitchen. E

10-Minute Christmas Cherry-Chocolate Swiss Roll

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Sponge

• 3 large eggs, room temperature (150g)
• 70g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar
• 5g (1 teaspoon) vanilla sugar or vanilla extract
• 50ml (3½ tablespoons) whole milk
• 20ml (4 teaspoons) vegetable oil
• 60g (½ cup) all-purpose flour
• 20g (¼ cup) premium cocoa powder

For the Cherry Filling

• 100g (¾ cup) fresh or frozen cherries
• 30g (2 tablespoons) granulated sugar
• 20ml (4 teaspoons) water
• 10g (1 tablespoon) cornstarch
• Juice of 1 fresh lemon

For the Cream Filling

• 60g (3 tablespoons) sweetened condensed milk
• 70g (⅓ cup) ricotta cheese
• 80ml (⅓ cup) heavy whipping cream (35% fat)

For Decoration

• 50g (1.76 ounces) milk chocolate

Detailed Instructions

Quick Sponge Preparation (10 minutes)

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Line a 25x35cm (10×14 inch) baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Make the batter:

• Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla sugar until tripled in volume (3-4 minutes)
• Stream in milk and oil while mixing
• Sift flour and cocoa powder together
• Fold dry ingredients into egg mixture gently

1. Bake:

• Spread batter evenly on prepared pan
• Bake 10-12 minutes until springy
• Test with light finger touch – should bounce back

1. Rolling:

• Place clean kitchen towel on counter
• Dust with cocoa powder
• Turn warm cake onto towel
• Remove parchment
• Roll up with towel while warm
• Let cool completely

Cherry Filling (make while cake bakes)

1. In a small saucepan:

• Combine cherries, sugar, and water
• Mix cornstarch with lemon juice until smooth
• Add to cherry mixture
• Cook over medium heat until thickened
• Cool completely

Cream Filling

1. In a mixing bowl:

• Whisk condensed milk and ricotta until smooth
• Whip heavy cream separately until stiff peaks form
• Fold whipped cream into ricotta mixture
• Chill until needed

Assembly

1. Unroll cooled cake carefully
2. Spread cream filling evenly, leaving 1cm border
3. Pipe cherry filling down center
4. Roll up tightly using parchment paper
5. Chill for 30 minutes

Decoration

1. Melt chocolate:

• Use microwave in 30-second intervals
• Stir between each interval

1. Drizzle over chilled roll
2. Allow chocolate to set

Pro Tips for Success

1. Room temperature eggs give best volume
2. Don’t overbake the sponge
3. Roll while warm to prevent cracking
4. Chill thoroughly between layers
5. Use quality chocolate for decoration

Nutrition Information

Per serving (10 servings):

• Calories: 245
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 45mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 22g
• Protein: 6g

Storage and Serving

• Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days
• Remove from fridge 10-15 minutes before serving
• Cut with hot knife for clean slices
• Serve with additional whipped cream if desired

Variations

1. Fruit substitutions:

• Raspberries
• Black forest cherries
• Mixed berries

1. Filling variations:

• Mascarpone instead of ricotta
• Add orange zest to  cream
• Use dark  chocolate in place of milk chocolate

Festive Meat and Cheese Puff Pastry Roll: A Holiday Table Showstopper

Ingredients

For the Meat Filling

• 500g (1.1 lbs) ground meat (beef or beef/pork mix)
• 2 large eggs
• 70g (½ cup) all-purpose flour
• 30ml (2 tablespoons) tomato sauce
• Seasonings:
• 5g (1 teaspoon) salt
• 2.5g (½ teaspoon) black pepper
• 5g (1 teaspoon) paprika
• 5g (1 teaspoon) ground dried garlic

Vegetables and Herbs

• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• ½ additional onion for sautéing
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped

Fats and Oils

• 30ml (2 tablespoons) olive oil
• 50g (3.5 tablespoons) butter for vegetables
• 120g (8.5 tablespoons) butter, melted for pastry

For the Pastry Layer

• 450g (1 lb) puff pastry
• 100g (1 cup) cheese, grated
• 30ml (2 tablespoons) mayonnaise
• Seasonings:
• 2.5g (½ teaspoon) salt
• 2.5g (½ teaspoon) black pepper

For the Glaze

• 1 large egg
• 15ml (1 tablespoon) tomato sauce
• 15ml (1 tablespoon) mayonnaise
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2.5g (½ teaspoon) salt
• 5g (1 teaspoon) sugar

Detailed Instructions

Preparing the Meat Filling

1. Create the meat base:

• Combine ground meat with eggs in a large bowl
• Add salt, pepper, paprika, and dried garlic
• Mix in flour and tomato sauce thoroughly
• Set aside

1. Prepare the vegetables:

• Heat olive oil in a large pan
• Sauté chopped onions until translucent
• Add grated carrots and diced pepper
• Cook until vegetables are softened
• Cool completely

1. Finish the filling:

• Mix cooled vegetables into meat mixture
• Fold in chopped herbs
• Ensure even distribution of ingredients

Pastry Preparation

1. Prepare garlic butter:

• Melt butter in small pan
• Add minced garlic
• Cook until fragrant
• Strain and cool slightly

1. Prepare cheese mixture:

• Combine grated cheese with mayonnaise
• Season with salt and pepper
• Mix until well combined

Assembly Process

1. Prepare work surface:

• Roll out puff pastry on floured surface
• Brush with garlic butter thoroughly

1. Layer ingredients:

• Spread cheese mixture evenly
• Leave 1-inch border on all sides
• Spread meat mixture along one long edge

1. Rolling technique:

• Start from meat edge
• Roll tightly using parchment paper
• Seal edges with water
• Place seam-side down

Glazing and Baking

1. Prepare glaze:

• Whisk egg with salt and sugar
• Add tomato sauce and mayonnaise
• Mix in minced garlic

1. Final preparation:

• Brush entire roll with glaze
• Score top decoratively
• Apply second layer of glaze

1. Baking process:

• Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
• Bake 35-40 minutes until golden
• Rest 10 minutes before slicing

Pro Tips for Success

1. Keep ingredients cold for best pastry results
2. Ensure filling is completely cool before assembly
3. Double glaze for extra shine
4. Rest before cutting to set filling
5. Use sharp knife for clean slices

Nutrition Information

Per serving (10 servings):

• Calories: 485
• Total Fat: 32g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Protein: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 680mg

Storage and Serving

• Best served warm
• Can be prepared ahead and reheated
• Stores in refrigerator up to 3 days
• Freezes well up to 1 month

This elegant pastry roll combines the comfort of home cooking with the sophistication of fine dining, making it perfect for holiday entertaining. Its impressive appearance belies its straightforward preparation, allowing you to create a show-stopping dish that will become a treasured part of your holiday traditions.