French Gateau Marjolaine (Marjolaine Cake)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Indulge in the rich and nutty French Gateau Marjolaine (Marjolaine Cake)
in Dessert

Prep

1 hour

Cook

20 min

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Difficult

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups blanched almonds
1 cup skinned hazelnuts
1 1/2 cups sugar
8 egg whites , beaten stiff
1 pinch salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 ounces semisweet chocolate , melted
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
8 egg yolks , beaten
1 1/2 cups sweet butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup praline powder
3 ounces semisweet chocolate pieces , melted with
1 tablespoon water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
526
Sugar
44g
Fat
36g
The French Gateau Marjolaine (Marjolaine Cake) is a classic French dessert that originated in the city of Lyon. It is a layered cake that is made of meringue, buttercream, and nuts. The cake is usually served chilled, making it a perfect summer dessert. The cake is named after Marjolaine, the main character in a play by Sacha Guitry, who inspired a pastry chef to create this dessert. The French Gateau Marjolaine (Marjolaine Cake) is a labor of love that takes some effort to make, but the result is worth it. It is a perfect treat for special occasions and celebrations.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Line three 8-inch layer-cake pans with parchment paper.
2.In a food processor, combine 1 cup of blanched almonds with 1/2 cup of skinned hazelnuts and process until finely chopped.
3.In a large bowl, beat 3 egg whites with a pinch of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
4.Gradually add 1/2 cup of sugar, beating well after each addition.
5.Fold in the nut mixture and melted chocolate.
6.Divide the mixture among the prepared pans and bake for 20 minutes, or until firm to the touch and a skewer comes out clean when inserted.
7.Meanwhile, in a small saucepan combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/3 cup of water, and 1/8 teaspoon of cream of tartar over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
8.Boil without stirring, until the mixture reaches 250°F on a candy thermometer.
9.In a large bowl beat 8 egg yolks with an electric mixer until pale and thick.
10.Slowly pour the hot sugar syrup into the egg yolks, beating constantly.
11.Add the sweet butter 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition.
12.Beat in the vanilla and the remaining 1/2 cup of ground nuts.
13.Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate.
14.Spread 1/3 of the buttercream over the layer and sprinkle with 1/2 the praline.
15.Repeat this process with another layer and the remaining praline.
16.Top with the third layer and frost the top and sides of cake with the remaining buttercream.
17.Drizzle the melted chocolate on top of the cake.

PROS

The French Gateau Marjolaine (Marjolaine Cake) is a nutty and rich cake that is perfect for special occasions.

It tastes best when it is chilled, making it a perfect summer dessert
The cake is dairy-free, gluten-free, and contains a lot of protein, making it a good option for people with dietary restrictions.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It takes some effort to make this cake, so it requires some baking skills and patience.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The French Gateau Marjolaine (Marjolaine Cake) contains almonds and hazelnuts, which are excellent sources of healthy fats, fiber, vitamin E, and magnesium.
These ingredients can help to reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol, and prevent heart disease.

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