Glazed hearts in Sabayon sauce

Glazed Heart Cakes in Sabayon Sauce Recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Number of servings: 6

On a special day like Valentine's or Dragobete, there is no sweeter way to express your love than with a delicious dessert like Glazed Heart Cakes in Sabayon Sauce. These cakes are not only attractive but also incredibly tasty, with a soft texture and a creamy sauce that perfectly complements the flavor of white chocolate. Here’s how to prepare them step by step.

Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 3 eggs
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar (finely ground)
- 100 g margarine
- 100 ml milk (slightly warm)
- 200 g flour
- 50 g cocoa
- A pinch of cinnamon
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 1 packet of baking powder

For decoration:
- 100 g white chocolate
- 1 teaspoon margarine

For the Sabayon sauce:
- 2 egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 100 g brandy (or wine/champagne, to taste)

Step 1: Preparing the cake
Start by preparing the cake. Separate the egg whites from the yolks. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with a mixer on medium speed for about 3 minutes until frothy. Gradually add the 3 tablespoons of sugar and continue beating for another 2 minutes until the egg whites are firm and glossy.

In another bowl, combine the yolks with 2 tablespoons of sugar and the soft margarine, beating them together until the mixture becomes light in color and frothy. Add the warm milk and mix well.

Fold the yolk mixture into the egg whites, stirring gently with a spatula to avoid losing air. Then add the flour, cocoa, baking powder, vanilla sugar, and cinnamon, mixing gently until the composition is homogeneous.

Step 2: Baking
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a baking tray with a little margarine and sprinkle with flour to prevent sticking. Pour the mixture into the tray and level it evenly. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the tray for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a cooling rack.

Step 3: Cutting the hearts
Once the cake has completely cooled, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cakes. Arrange them on a platter.

Step 4: Preparing the Sabayon sauce
In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the powdered sugar using a whisk. Place the bowl over a double boiler, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes creamy and whitish. Gradually add the brandy, continuing to stir. The sauce should be airy and have a smooth consistency.

Step 5: Glazing the hearts
In a small bowl, melt the white chocolate together with a teaspoon of margarine. Once the chocolate is completely melted and homogenized, use a spoon to glaze the heart cakes.

Step 6: Serving
On each plate, pour 1-2 tablespoons of Sabayon sauce. Place 2-3 glazed heart cakes on top. This detail will transform the dessert into an elegant and romantic presentation, perfect for a special dinner.

Helpful tips:
- You can replace the brandy with wine or champagne, according to your preferences.
- Experiment with different flavors by adding a little vanilla extract or fruit liqueur to the Sabayon sauce.
- For a crunchy note, add toasted nuts or chopped almonds on top of the glazed cakes.

Enjoy these Glazed Heart Cakes in Sabayon Sauce, a quick and simple dessert that will surely impress your loved ones!