Low Fat Bolo de Bolacha

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Bolo de Bolacha, a lighter twist on the classic Portuguese dessert! This no-bake treat layers coffee-soaked biscuits with a creamy mixture of low-fat yogurt, reduced-fat cream cheese, and a touch of natural honey for subtle sweetness. Infused with the rich aroma of instant coffee and topped with a dusting of dark cocoa powder, this dessert offers a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep time and requiring no cooking, it’s the ultimate quick and healthy dessert for any occasion. Serve chilled, garnished with optional almond slivers for an added crunch, and savor a refreshing, low-fat take on a beloved favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams Low-fat yogurt
• 150 grams Reduced-fat cream cheese
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Instant coffee
• 125 ml Warm water
• 250 grams Maria biscuits (or low-fat digestive biscuits)
• 1 tablespoon Dark cocoa powder, for dusting
• 20 grams Almond slivers (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the coffee mixture. Dissolve the instant coffee in warm water in a shallow dish and set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, beat together the low-fat yogurt, reduced-fat cream cheese, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. You may use an electric mixer to achieve a better consistency.

Step 3

Select a suitable serving dish, ideally a rectangular or square dish that can be placed in the refrigerator.

Step 4

Dip each biscuit quickly into the coffee mixture and arrange them as a single layer at the bottom of the dish. Ensure they are evenly spaced to form a complete layer.

Step 5

Spread a layer of the yogurt and cream cheese mixture over the biscuits, using a spatula to make it even and smooth.

Step 6

Repeat the process, creating alternating layers of coffee-dipped biscuits and yogurt mixture until you've used all the ingredients, finishing with a yogurt layer on top.

Step 7

Chill the assembled Bolo de Bolacha in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and the dessert to firm up.

Step 8

Once set, dust the top with dark cocoa powder using a fine sieve for an even coating.

Step 9

Optionally, sprinkle almond slivers on top for a decorative and crunchy finish.

Step 10

Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the taste of this low-fat version of the classic Portuguese dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1133.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2066.1

Total Fat 67.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 114.0mg	0%
Sodium 1946.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 300.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 149.8g
Protein 64.4g	0%

Vitamin D 297.7IU	0%
Calcium 1349.7mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 2352.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.3%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 58.2%