Cake Shirt Liviu

Cake "Liviu's Shirt" – an impressive dessert, full of flavors, textures, and a story that will captivate any table. This refined cake combines caramel cream, tiramisu, and fluffy layers, and its unique appearance makes it perfect for special occasions. Let's discover together how to prepare this culinary masterpiece step by step, so you can impress anyone with your cooking skills!

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooling time: 4 hours
Total time: 4 hours and 30 minutes
Number of servings: 12

Ingredients

For the caramel cream:
- 1 cup milk (approximately 250 ml)
- 1/2 box of liquid cream Hulala (approximately 125 ml)
- 1 box of caramel cream powder Dr.Otker
- 1/2 of the caramel syrup packet included in the box
- 2 tablespoons caramel syrup
- 2 boxes of mascarpone cream (approximately 500 g)
- 30 g butter or Rama margarine
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar

For the tiramisu cream:
- 1 box of mascarpone cream (approximately 250 g)
- 1/2 box of liquid cream (approximately 125 ml)
- 1 box of tiramisu powder Dr.Otker
- 1 cup milk (approximately 250 ml)
- 2 caramel chocolates Kandia, melted in a double boiler

For the layers:
- 1 pack of rectangular sponge cake layers
- 1 round store-bought cake layer

For the syrup:
- water + caramel syrup (to taste)

For decoration:
- 2 dark chocolates Heidi (80% cocoa)
- 1 white chocolate
- 1 teaspoon coffee
- 1 packet of vanilla powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon starch
- caramel syrup from a bottle
- 1/2 packet of caramel syrup from the Dr.Otker box

Cake preparation

Step 1: Caramel cream
1. In a plastic bowl, combine 1 cup of milk with 1/2 box of liquid cream Hulala.
2. Add the box of caramel cream powder, 1/2 of the caramel syrup packet, 2 tablespoons of caramel syrup, the 2 boxes of mascarpone cream, 30 g of butter or margarine, and 3 tablespoons of brown sugar.
3. Using a mixer, blend at maximum speed until you obtain a smooth and creamy mixture.
4. Once the cream is ready, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator to firm up.

Step 2: Tiramisu cream
1. In another plastic bowl, add 1 box of mascarpone cream, 1/2 box of liquid cream, the box of tiramisu powder, and 1 cup of milk.
2. Melt the 2 caramel chocolates in a double boiler and add them to the mascarpone mixture.
3. Mix everything well, then cover and let it chill for a few hours.

Step 3: Syrup for layers
1. In a small bowl, mix water with caramel syrup to taste. This will be used to soak the layers, giving them a sweet and moist flavor.

Step 4: Assembling the cake
1. Use the rectangular sponge cake layers and the round store-bought cake layer.
2. Soak the cake slices with the prepared syrup.
3. Place a layer of cake on a serving platter and start filling with caramel cream and tiramisu cream alternately until all layers are used.
4. Cover the cake with tiramisu cream, making sure to smooth it well.

Step 5: Decorating the cake
1. From a round layer, use the mouth of a cup to cut a circle that you will fill with caramel cream.
2. Cover the circle with lighter caramel cream and place it on top of the cake to mimic the collar of the shirt.
3. Using a piping bag with melted dark chocolate, write a personalized message or the name of the celebrant on the cream circle.
4. Cut triangles from the remaining layers to form the corners of the shirt and place them on the cake.
5. Around the cream circle, add a piece of layer as a collar and spread everything with tiramisu cream.
6. Mark the edges of the cake with melted dark chocolate.

Step 6: Buttons
1. Prepare a paste from powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of starch, caramel syrup, 1/2 packet of caramel syrup, and 1 teaspoon of coffee. Knead well.
2. Form small balls that will represent the buttons of the shirt.
3. Use the piping bag to decorate the edges of the cake with tiramisu cream.

Finalization
Let the cake chill for a few hours, preferably overnight, to firm up and allow the flavors to meld.

Serving suggestions
The "Liviu's Shirt" cake pairs wonderfully with a glass of white wine or freshly minted lemonade. Serve it at special occasions, such as anniversaries or birthday parties, to create memorable moments.

Nutritional Information
Each serving of this cake provides a good source of calcium from milk and mascarpone, as well as antioxidants from dark chocolate. However, due to its sugar and fat content, it is best consumed in moderation.

Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use other types of chocolate?
- Yes, you can experiment with other types of chocolate, such as milk chocolate or white chocolate, to achieve different flavors.

2. What can I do with leftover creams and layers?
- You can create a simple dessert by mixing the leftovers with whipped cream and fresh fruits, or you can make individual servings of tiramisu.

3. What is the secret to a successful cake?
- Patience is key! Ensure that each step is well executed, and that the cake is left to chill long enough to firm up.

Now that you have all the necessary information, all that's left is to get cooking! The "Liviu's Shirt" cake will surely become a favorite recipe, always requested at every celebration. Happy cooking!