Dacquoise Cake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Impress Your Guests with Dacquoise Cake
in Dessert

Prep

45 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups hazelnuts , divided toasted
1 cup superfine sugar
3 tablespoons superfine sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon cornstarch
6 large egg whites , at room temperature
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
9 ounces milk chocolate , finely chopped
3 ounces semisweet chocolate , finely chopped
1 pinch salt
1 cup sour cream , at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
498
Sugar
43g
Fat
34g
Dacquoise Cake is a classic French dessert that consists of layers of meringue and hazelnuts, filled with chocolate ganache and dusted with cocoa powder. This elegant dessert is perfect for special occasions and will impress even the most discerning guests. It's a bit of a labor of love, but the result is well worth it. The cake has a crisp outer layer and a soft and chewy interior, making it a textural delight. The combination of hazelnuts and chocolate is a match made in heaven, and the addition of a touch of sour cream to the ganache gives it a slight tang that balances out the sweetness.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with a round of parchment paper.
2.Pulse 1 cup (100g) of the hazelnuts in a food processor until finely ground. Add 1 cup (200g) of the superfine sugar and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, pulsing to combine.
3.In a large bowl, beat the egg whites on medium-high speed until frothy. Add cream of tartar and salt and continue to beat until soft peaks form. Increase the speed to high and slowly pour in the remaining 3 tablespoons (35g) of superfine sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form.
4.Gently fold in the hazelnut mixture, taking care not to deflate the batter.
5.Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup (25g) of chopped hazelnuts.
6.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and the edges begin to pull away from the pan.
7.Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8.Once cooled, remove the cake from the pan and place on a serving platter.
9.To make the ganache, heat the sour cream until hot but not boiling. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and whisk until smooth. Stir in the vanilla.
10.Allow the mixture to cool until thick enough to spread over the cake.
11.Spread the ganache over the top of the cake and sprinkle with cocoa powder.

PROS

Dacquoise Cake is a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests.
The combination of hazelnuts and chocolate is delicious and decadent.
It’s a great dessert to make ahead of time as it can be stored in the fridge for a few days.

CONS

This recipe requires some advanced baking skills, especially in regards to the meringue.
It’s also high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, hazelnuts are a good source of protein and healthy fats. They’re also rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E and magnesium.

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