Diplomat cake with oranges

To prepare a delicious and refined dessert, we will start by whisking the egg yolks with 6 tablespoons of sugar, ensuring we obtain a creamy and homogeneous mixture. This step is essential to incorporate the necessary air, which will give extra volume to the mixture. After the egg yolks and sugar are well combined, we add the pudding powder directly from the packet. It is important to mix well to avoid lumps.

The next step is to thin the mixture with 250 ml of milk. This operation will make the pudding less dense and easier to integrate into the final composition. Then, in a saucepan, we bring 250 ml of milk to a boil and, when it reaches the boiling point, we add the egg yolk and pudding mixture. It is essential to stir constantly so that the yolk does not cook and the cream thickens evenly. Once we achieve a thicker consistency, we let the cream cool to room temperature, not in the fridge, to prevent a crust from forming on the surface.

Meanwhile, we dissolve the gelatin in warm water, following the instructions on the package, and add it to the cooled pudding mixture. This ingredient will ensure the stability of the cream, so that the dessert has a pleasant texture. Next, we whip the cream, making sure to achieve a firm consistency, which will add extra airiness to the preparation.

Separately, we beat the egg whites with 3 tablespoons of sugar and, optionally, with a packet of vanilla sugar, until they become stiff peaks. It is important that they are beaten well to create a light structure. Once the pudding mixture has cooled, we will integrate the three components: the pudding cream with gelatin, the whipped cream, and the beaten egg whites. We carefully mix using a spatula to avoid losing air from the mixture.

Now we prepare the mold in which we will assemble the dessert. We take a deep saucepan, similar to the one we used for the base, and cover it with a food bag, which will allow for easy demolding later. We peel the oranges and slice them, arranging them evenly at the bottom and sides of the saucepan. If desired, we can also add slices of kiwi or banana for a contrast of textures and flavors.

We start pouring half of the prepared cream, followed by a layer of cake, then add the other half of the cream and close with another layer of cake. These layers will create an attractive appearance and a savory taste. Once assembled, the dessert will be left in the fridge for 12 hours to set well. After this period, we carefully turn the dessert onto a platter and enjoy a delicious dish, perfect for any special occasion.