Aurelia Cake

Name: Aurelia Cake - Elodia C.
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lemon juice / 1 teaspoon vinegar; 1 tablespoon flour; 1 vanilla pudding; 1 package butter; 6 eggs; 350 g sugar; 350 ml milk; 200 g coconut

Desert - Aurelia Cake by Elodia C. - Recipia

The Base: We start by preparing the egg whites, which should be at room temperature to whip more easily. In a large bowl, we add the 5 egg whites and beat them with an electric mixer on medium speed until they begin to form large bubbles. Then, gradually, we add the 200g of sugar, continuing to mix on high speed. It is essential to add the sugar gradually to allow the egg whites to absorb it well and to achieve a firm and glossy meringue. Once all the sugar is incorporated, we add a tablespoon of lemon juice, which will help stabilize the meringue while preventing the sugar from crystallizing. Once we have obtained a stiff meringue, we stop mixing and gradually add the coconut, folding it in with a spatula, being careful not to deflate the egg whites. The coconut will not only add flavor but will also give a pleasant texture to the base. If you want an even more intense flavor, you can also add a tablespoon of coconut or vanilla extract to enrich the aroma. After incorporating the coconut, we prepare to bake the base. We preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. We prepare a round pan with a diameter of 24 cm, greasing it with butter and dusting it with flour to prevent sticking. We pour the mixture into the pan, leveling it evenly so that the base rises beautifully and uniformly. We bake the base for 25-30 minutes or until it turns golden and passes the toothpick test – that is, inserting a toothpick into the center of the base should come out clean. After the base is baked, we let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely. This step is essential for ensuring an ideal texture so that we can add our preferred cream or glaze. Once the base has completely cooled, it is ready to be decorated or served, perfect for any special occasion or simply to treat family and friends. Enjoy!