Description
Indulge in the exquisite layers of Opera Cake, a classic French dessert that harmoniously blends rich chocolate, aromatic coffee, and delicate almond sponge. Each slice is a luxurious experience that transports you to a charming Parisian café. Perfect for special occasions or delightful everyday treats, this stunning dessert will impress your guests and elevate any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus 2 tbsp for egg whites)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup espresso or strong coffee
- 8 oz dark chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, and half of the sugar.
- Whip egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add remaining sugar and whip to glossy peaks.
- Gently fold the dry mixture into the egg whites and pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until springy; cool completely before removing from the pan.
- For ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering; pour over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth.
- Slice cooled sponge into three layers; layer with ganache and espresso-soaked pieces.
- Frost with whipped cream on top layer; refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Ensure cake layers are completely cool before assembly to avoid melting buttercream. - Swap coffee for espresso or add liqueur like Amaretto for added flavor depth. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.