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Chaja

Name: Chaja
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 155 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Uruguayan
Ingredients: 1 Sponge cake; 120 g Meringue; 2 cup Cream; 0.75 cup Dulce de leche; 300 g Canned peaches; 2 tbsp Powdered sugar; 1 tsp Vanilla

Uruguayan Chaja layers sponge cake, meringue, cream, dulce de leche, and peaches into a light celebration cake.

Medium⏱️ 2 hr 35 min📖 1 min readServes 8~402 kcal🇺🇾 Uruguayan🌍 Full translation

35 min prep 120 min rest

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Timeline

Total 2 h 35 min

Prep35 min
Resting/Marinating2 h

Ingredients

8 servings

Quick:

1 Sponge cake
120 g Meringue
2 cup(~400 ml) Cream
0.8 cup(~160 ml) Dulce de leche
300 g Canned peaches
2 tbsp(~30 ml) Powdered sugar
1 tsp(~5 ml) Vanilla

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Instructions

1
Whip the cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until firm.
2
Split the sponge cake into two layers.
3
Spread dulce de leche on the first layer and arrange peach slices over it.
4
Spread half of the cream and some of the broken meringue on top.
5
Cover with the second sponge layer and coat the cake with the remaining cream.
6
Press the remaining meringue pieces onto the outside.
7
Chill the cake for 2 hours, then slice.
2 hr
120:00

💡 Tip: Add the meringue pieces close to serving time; this slows how quickly their crunch disappears into the cream.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice chaja cold and sprinkle extra peaches and broken meringue over the top.

Nutrition (per serving)

~402

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 6%Carbs 52%Fat 42%

Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.

This recipe may contain allergens

Gluten
Milk
Egg

Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.

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FAQ

How many servings does Chaja make?
This recipe serves 8.
How long does Chaja take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 0 minutes, including 120 minutes of passive resting; 155 minutes in total.
Is Chaja difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.
How many calories does Chaja have?
Approximately 402 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 52g, fat: 19g.
Which allergens does Chaja contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.
Which cuisine does Chaja belong to?
This recipe belongs to Uruguayan cuisine.
How many ingredients does Chaja need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.