- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- This recipe serves approximately 10 portions.
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“The Opera Cake is an elegant cake that combines biscuit with chocolate ganache, creating a crunchy and sweet texture. It is worth making because it is luxurious and easy to prepare.”
What you need to know
- Baseado em biscoito e ganache de chocolate
- Camadas crocantes e macias
- Simples de preparar, mas impressionante visualmente
Ingredients
Main
- ml strong coffee
- tablespoons oat flour
- g dark chocolate
- ml heavy cream
Instructions
Principal
- After the cookie cools, prepare the ganache: melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler and mix in the heavy cream. Assemble the cake in layers, alternating layers of cookies, ganache, and coffee. Refrigerate for a few hours to set and then decorate to taste.
Chef's tips
- Use um banho-maria firme para derreter o chocolate
- Assimile bem o ganache antes de montar o bolo
- Deixe o bolo repousar na geladeira por pelo menos 2 horas
Variations
- Adicione raspas de limão na camada de biscoito
- Use café no ganache para um sabor mais intenso
- Adicione raspas de noz moscada no ganache
Substitutions
- Chocolate amargo por chocolate ao leite
- Creme de leite por nata
- Biscoito por ladyfingers
How to store
Keep the Opera Cake in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap. Lasts up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
Can be frozen. The flavor and texture may change upon thawing.
What to serve with
Serves well with coffee or black tea. It can also be accompanied by vanilla ice cream.
Frequently asked questions
Does the cake turn out good if I don't melt the chocolate?
No, the ganache needs to be melted to bind the ingredients well.
Can the cake be made with fewer layers?
Yes, you can reduce the number of layers for a smaller cake, but the flavor and texture may undergo slight changes.
Can I make the ganache with milk instead of heavy cream?
It is not recommended, as heavy cream gives more consistency to the ganache.
Can I use another type of cookie?
Yes, you can use ladyfingers or any other crispy cookie.
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