Name: Cadot Restaurants OPERA CAKE Recipe
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 cup Almond flour; 1 cup All-purpose flour; 5 pieces Eggs; 1 cup Granulated sugar; 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted; 1 cup Coffee, brewed and cooled; 1 tbs Coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa); 1 tsp Vanilla extract

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Indulge in our exquisite Opera Cake, a luxurious French dessert that harmoniously layers rich coffee-soaked almond sponge cake, velvety chocolate ganache, and creamy coffee buttercream. Each bite is a delightful symphony of flavors, elegantly finished with a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfectly crafted for those who appreciate the finer things in life, this cake is a true masterpiece in every slice.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9x13-inch baking pans with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then incorporate the melted butter, brewed coffee, coffee liqueur, and vanilla extract. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients until smooth.

Prepare the Cake Layers

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans.

Bake the Layers

In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of brewed coffee and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.

Make the Coffee Syrup

Once the cakes are completely cooled, carefully remove them from the pans. Slice each cake horizontally to create four layers. Place one layer on a serving platter, brush generously with the coffee syrup, and spread a layer of chocolate ganache on top. Repeat the process with the remaining layers, finishing with a layer of ganache on top. Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Assemble the Cake

Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your homemade Opera Cake!

Serve

Almond flour

All-purpose flour

Eggs

Granulated sugar

Unsalted butter, melted

Coffee, brewed and cooled

Coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)

Vanilla extract

OPERA CAKE

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SPECIALITY SOUFFLE

Make OPERA CAKE Recipe in just 2h . Indulge in our exquisite Opera Cake, a luxurious French dessert that harmoniously layers rich coffee-soaked almond sponge cake, velvety chocolate ganache, and creamy coffee buttercream. Each bite is a delightful symphony of flavors, elegantly finished with a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfectly crafted for those who appreciate the finer things in life, this cake is a true masterpiece in every slice.

Opera Cake Recipe

Ingredients

Cake and Syrup

Method

Cake Preparation

Prepare the Cake Layers

Bake the Layers

Make the Coffee Syrup

Assemble the Cake

Serve

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