Marie biscuit cake

Marie biscuit cake is a no-bake dessert made by layering or crushing simple Marie biscuits with a creamy mixture, often featuring condensed milk, butter, and sometimes coffee or cocoa. It is a beloved treat in many regions, particularly popular in Brazil, Portugal, and parts of Europe, where it's known as 'Bolo de Bolacha'. The result is a soft, sweet, and comforting cake that requires no oven.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is typically high in carbohydrates and fats due to the biscuits and creamy binding agents, providing a quick energy boost. A single serving can range from 250 to 400 calories, with key nutrients coming from the dairy in the condensed milk and the grains in the biscuits.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	6.5 g
Carbs	62 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	38 g
Sodium	280 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	90 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin D	1.0 µg
Vitamin B12	0.3 µg

Per 1 slice (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a nostalgic 'comfort food' often made with pantry staples, representing resourceful home cooking. Nutritionally, its uniqueness lies in being a calorie-dense, shelf-stable treat that transforms simple, dry biscuits into a moist, cake-like texture without baking.