Snow White

Cake "Snow White": a refined and elegant delicacy, perfect for any occasion

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 40-48 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 30 minutes (plus cooling time in the fridge)
Number of servings: 12 servings

With a rich history and growing popularity among dessert lovers, the "Snow White" cake is a dessert that combines the delicacy of the layers with a fine cream, offering a unique taste experience. It is ideal for holidays, anniversaries, or simply to pamper family and friends. Although it seems like a sophisticated dessert, the ingredients are accessible, and the preparation process is not complicated. Let's get started!

Necessary ingredients

For the layers:
- 4 eggs
- 10 tablespoons of sugar
- 10 tablespoons of oil
- 10 tablespoons of milk
- 1 packet of ammonia (7 g)
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla essence
- 900 g of flour
- 3 tablespoons of lemon juice

For the cream:
- 900 ml of milk
- 12 tablespoons of sugar
- 9 tablespoons of flour
- 280 g of butter (preferably 80% fat)
- Juice of one medium lemon
- Grated lemon peel
- 3 teaspoons of vanilla essence
- Powdered sugar for decoration

Step by step: Preparing the cream

1. Prepare the ingredients: Make sure all your cream ingredients are at room temperature. This will facilitate homogenization and allow the butter to incorporate more easily.

2. The base mixture: In a thick-bottomed pot, add cold milk, flour, and sugar. Mix well with a whisk until the flour is completely dissolved. It is essential to have no lumps in the mixture to achieve a fine cream.

3. Thickening the cream: Transfer the pot to medium heat and stir continuously. This is crucial to avoid burning the cream. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, having the consistency of a pudding.

4. Cooling: Once thickened, remove the cream from the heat and cover it with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap touches the surface of the cream. This will prevent a crust from forming. Let the cream cool completely.

5. Incorporate the butter: When the cream is cool, add the butter at room temperature. Mix gently with a mixer until the butter is fully incorporated, being careful not to over-mix, as the cream may curdle.

6. Flavoring: Add the lemon juice, grated lemon peel, and vanilla essence. Gently mix with a spatula to avoid introducing air into the cream.

Preparing the layers

7. Mixing the ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the eggs with the sugar until frothy. Add the oil and milk, mixing well to homogenize.

8. Adding flavors: Incorporate the vanilla essence and the ammonia quenched with lemon juice. The ammonia will give the layers a light and fluffy texture.

9. Forming the dough: Gradually add the flour, mixing until you obtain a homogeneous and easy-to-shape dough. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.

10. Forming the layers: Divide the dough into 4 equal balls. Use a large baking tray and place parchment paper on the bottom. Roll out the first ball on another piece of parchment paper, being careful not to make it too thick. Transfer the layer to the tray, poking it in several places with a fork.

11. Baking: Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the layer for 10-12 minutes, until it becomes slightly golden. Repeat the process for the other 3 layers.

12. Cooling the layers: Let the layers cool completely on a cooling rack.

Assembling the cake

13. Dividing the cream: Once the layers are cool, divide the cream into 3 equal parts.

14. Build the cake: Place the first layer in a tray, cover with one part of cream and level it well. Place another layer, follow with cream, continuing this process until the last layers have been added.

15. Pressing and cooling: Cover the cake with plastic wrap, place a wooden board on top, and put some weights to press it. Leave the cake in the fridge overnight to set well.

16. Serving: The next day, dust the cake with powdered sugar and cut into servings. Serve it with a fragrant tea or an espresso coffee for a perfect combination!

Useful tips

- Ingredients: Choose a quality butter, as this will greatly influence the taste of the cream. Instead of vanilla essence, you can use a vanilla bean for an even more intense flavor.
- Variations: You can add pieces of fresh fruit, such as strawberries or raspberries, between the layers of cream to add a touch of freshness. You can also use other flavors, such as orange or almond.
- FAQ: If the cream curdles, what should I do? Try mixing it again, but with a mixer on low speed, gradually adding a tablespoon of warm milk to help blend the ingredients.

Now that you have all the necessary information, you are ready to impress your friends and family with this delicious "Snow White" cake. With each slice, you will bring a piece of dessert tradition, and each bite will be an explosion of fine and delicate flavors. Enjoy!

 Ingredients: Ingredients: For 4 sheets: 4 eggs 10 tablespoons sugar 10 tablespoons oil 10 tablespoons milk 1 packet of ammonia (7 g) 2 teaspoons vanilla essence 900 g flour 3 tablespoons lemon juice Cream: 900 ml milk 12 tablespoons sugar 9 tablespoons flour 280 g butter (80% fat) juice from one medium lemon lemon zest 3 teaspoons vanilla essence powdered sugar

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