Classic Opera Cake: Indulgently Decadent With Every Layer
A rich and layered dessert that combines the flavors of chocolate, coffee, and almond.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 eggs
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams almond flour
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams dark chocolate
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 1 cup brewed coffee
- 50 grams unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together eggs and sugar until frothy.
- Fold in almond flour and all-purpose flour.
- Spread batter into a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool, then cut into layers.
- Melt dark chocolate and mix with heavy cream.
- Layer the cake with chocolate ganache and brewed coffee soaking syrup.
- Chill thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- Can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Classic Opera Cake
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