Classic Opera Cake

Name: Classic Opera Cake
Prep time: 2 h 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour; 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/4 cup all purpose flour; 3 eggs; 1 egg yolk; 3 egg whites; 1/4 cup superfine sugar; 2 tablespoons butter (melted); 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder; 5 tablespoons warm water; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 3 tablespoons brandy (or cognac); 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon water; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 4 egg yolks; 1 cup unsalted butter (cubed and softened); 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 7 oz. semisweet chocolate (chopped fine); 10 oz. semisweet chocolate chips; 1/3 cup light corn syrup; luster dust (gold)

Instructions

Prep:2h 30minCook:10min

This classic French cake is made with layers of almond sponge, potent coffee syrup, French buttercream, and chocolate ganache. It's worthy of any special occasion.

Updated at: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:24:13 GMT