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What to eat in Dalmatia? Top 8 Dalmatian Cakes

Last update: Fri Feb 14 2025
Top 8 Dalmatian Cakes
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Skradinska torta
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Skradinska torta is a unique Croatian cake originating from Skradin, hence the name. Although endless debates about certain ingredients (orange zest, lemon zest, Maraschino, mint, cinnamon) still exist, it is believed that only a few women from Skradin still have the original recipe.


The base is made with eggs, sugar, rose liqueur, honey, and ground walnuts. After it has been baked, the cake is glazed with a combination of dark chocolate, milk, and butter, and it is then garnished with chopped and whole walnuts. In the 15th century, the cake was made by brides-to-be just before their first wedding night. 

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MAKARSKA, Croatia
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This rich Croatian cake was once considered to be a special delicacy that was only served on special occasions and was mainly reserved for nobility. It consists of a pastry base and a filling that combines ground almonds, eggs, sugar, and various flavorings such as citrus juice and zest, nutmeg, cinnamon, and maraschino or rose liqueur.


The key is to ensure a perfect harmony, in which all the flavors remain subtle without being overpowering. It was named after the city of Makarska, and according to a legend, it was Frederick Augustus II who gave the cake its current name after he visited the city in 1838. 

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This rustic cake hails from the small town of Dol, located on the Croatian island Brač. Though the original recipe is still a closely guarded secret among the locals, the main elements of the cake include a thick sponge and a generous topping that is made with walnuts or almonds coated in a mixture of egg whites and sugar.


The unusual name of the cake stems from the term used to describe the coarse, irregular-shaped rocks that are located in the area. It is not known when the cake originated, but it has long been a part of local tradition and an authentic delicacy that is exclusively associated with Dol.

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ZADAR, Croatia
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Zadarska torta is a traditional flourless cake from the city of Zadar in the Dalmatian region. It is made primarily with oranges and ground almonds, combining the fresh, citrusy zest with rich, nutty flavor and a dense texture. A key ingredient in the cake is Maraschino, a cherry liqueur that originated in Zadar, which adds a distinctive sweetness and aroma.


The cake contains no flour, making it naturally gluten-free and emphasizing the almond flavor. The preparation involves mixing the ground almonds with sugar, eggs, orange pulp, and Maraschino liqueur, then baking the mixture to create a moist, flavorful cake. 
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DUBROVNIK, Croatia
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Torta od skorupa is a Croatian cake hailing from the city of Dubrovnik. This rich and flavorful dessert features a creamy almond filling sandwiched between layers of softened biscuits. The heart of the cake lies in its filling, with fragrant mixture of milk skin and lemon zest, that is combined with whipped egg yolks, sugar, butter, and a generous amount of almonds, creating a smooth and luxurious center.


The filling is layered generously between ladyfingers, petit beurre or similar biscuits that have been softened with a touch of milk or rum. Some variations call for whipped cream folded into the filling for added lightness, while others forego the citrus rinds altogether, opting for a richer, purely almond-flavored cream and a whipped cream topping.

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VIS ISLAND, Croatia
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Torta od rogača or kolač od rogača is a traditional carob cake that’s especially popular on the island of Vis. Although there are many recipes, the cake is usually made with a combination of flour, baking powder, vanilla, sugar, raisins, carob, eggs, oil, milk, grated apples, orange juice, chocolate, apricot jam, and dark rum.


The ingredients are mixed and the cake is baked in the oven for about half an hour. Once baked, it’s topped with apricot jam and chocolate glaze. If desired, the cake can also be sprinkled with powdered sugar before it’s cut into slices or squares and served.

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Kaštelanska torta is a traditional chocolate cake originating from the Kaštela area in Dalmatia. The cake is usually made with a combination of sugar, eggs, almonds, chocolate, breadcrumbs, and a bit of prošek. The egg yolks are beaten with sugar, then mixed with the almonds, chocolate, breadcrumbs soaked in prošek, and whisked egg whites.


The batter is baked in the oven, and once done, the cake is topped with a glaze consisting of sugar, water, chocolate, and butter. Once chilled, kaštelanska torta is often garnished with halved almonds. In the past, the cake was prepared for weddings, christenings, and similar festive occasions.

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ROGOZNICA, Croatia
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Torta Rogoznica is a decadent Croatian cake named after its place of origin, Rogoznica. The cake is made with egg yolks, egg whites, sugar, ground almonds, and chocolate. Lemon and orange zest are traditionally mixed into the concoction for extra flavor.


When the cake has been baked, it is glazed so that the top is snowy white in color, giving it a nice visual appearance.

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