To prepare a sweet delight, we start by carefully separating the egg whites from the yolks. In a clean bowl, the egg whites are beaten until frothy, adding a pinch of salt to help stabilize them. It is important to use a mixer on medium speed so that the foam becomes firm and shiny. Once the egg whites are beaten, start gradually adding the sugar, continuing to mix until you achieve a glossy meringue. Each yolk should be added one at a time, mixing well after each to ensure even incorporation.
In this delicious mixture, vanilla sugar is also added, which will give the dessert a special aroma. Baking soda quenched with a little lemon juice or vinegar is essential for adding volume and making the cake fluffy. The last ingredient, flour, is added in a rain-like manner, gently mixing with a spoon from top to bottom to avoid losing air in the mixture. After the mixture is homogenized, it is poured into the prepared pan, lined with baking paper, and placed in the preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius. It is left to bake for 30-40 minutes, depending on your oven. You can check if the cake is done using a simple toothpick test; if it comes out clean, the cake is perfectly baked. Once ready, it is left to cool on a rack.
For the delicious cream, the fruits must be well-drained in a strainer, especially if using frozen fruits. The gelatin is placed in 100 ml of cold water, letting it hydrate for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, the whipping cream is beaten with a mixer, starting at a low speed and gradually increasing. When the cream starts to thicken, a packet of cream stabilizer is added, continuing to mix until it becomes firm. The yogurt, melted gelatin in a double boiler (without letting it boil), and drained fruits, either pureed or whole, are incorporated one by one, according to preference.
For assembly, the cooled cake is cut into two equal parts, and each half is generously soaked with the juice from a can of pineapple or peaches, to add a fruity flavor and moisture. The cream is placed in the middle, and then the other half of the cake is placed on top. Finally, the cake can be decorated as desired; I chose to sprinkle the fruits with lemon juice to prevent oxidation. This cake is not only an explosion of flavors but also a true visual pleasure, perfect for any special occasion. Served cold, it brings a touch of freshness and joy!
In this delicious mixture, vanilla sugar is also added, which will give the dessert a special aroma. Baking soda quenched with a little lemon juice or vinegar is essential for adding volume and making the cake fluffy. The last ingredient, flour, is added in a rain-like manner, gently mixing with a spoon from top to bottom to avoid losing air in the mixture. After the mixture is homogenized, it is poured into the prepared pan, lined with baking paper, and placed in the preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius. It is left to bake for 30-40 minutes, depending on your oven. You can check if the cake is done using a simple toothpick test; if it comes out clean, the cake is perfectly baked. Once ready, it is left to cool on a rack.
For the delicious cream, the fruits must be well-drained in a strainer, especially if using frozen fruits. The gelatin is placed in 100 ml of cold water, letting it hydrate for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, the whipping cream is beaten with a mixer, starting at a low speed and gradually increasing. When the cream starts to thicken, a packet of cream stabilizer is added, continuing to mix until it becomes firm. The yogurt, melted gelatin in a double boiler (without letting it boil), and drained fruits, either pureed or whole, are incorporated one by one, according to preference.
For assembly, the cooled cake is cut into two equal parts, and each half is generously soaked with the juice from a can of pineapple or peaches, to add a fruity flavor and moisture. The cream is placed in the middle, and then the other half of the cake is placed on top. Finally, the cake can be decorated as desired; I chose to sprinkle the fruits with lemon juice to prevent oxidation. This cake is not only an explosion of flavors but also a true visual pleasure, perfect for any special occasion. Served cold, it brings a touch of freshness and joy!
Ingredients
Base: 7 eggs, 250 g sugar, 200 g flour, 1 packet of vanilla sugar, 1 pinch of baking soda, 1 pinch of salt, vinegar or lemon juice. Cream: 500 ml liquid cream, 1 packet of cream stabilizer, 1 large yogurt, mixed berries, 2 packets of Dr. Oetker gelatin granules. Soaking: Juice from a can of pineapple or peaches. Decoration: Fruits of your choice, whipped cream.