Cake with coffee cream and orange flavor
Nescream and Orange Flavored Cake - A Journey into Childhood Memories
When we think of childhood sweets, a flood of memories rushes over us. From flaky croissants and sweet cookies to jam-filled cakes and cream cakes – each recipe has its own story. Today, I invite you to recreate a special cake, one that brings back wonderful moments spent in my mother's kitchen, where the aroma of oranges and nescream tantalized the senses. A cake with nescream cream and orange flavor, perfect for any special occasion.
Total preparation time: 2 hours
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Number of servings: 10
Ingredients
For the base:
- 5 eggs
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 50 g margarine (preferably Rama Maestro), at room temperature
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
- a pinch of salt
For the cream:
- 300 ml milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 and 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 150 g margarine (preferably Rama Maestro), at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 sachets of nescream
- 1 orange (for juice and peel)
For decoration:
- 1 orange (for slices)
- 50 g dark chocolate
- 3-4 tablespoons liquid cream
- colored candies (optional)
- dark chocolate flakes
A Brief History
Cream cakes are a tradition in many cultures, often associated with celebrations and moments of joy. This recipe pays homage to childhood memories when sweets were made with love. The use of margarine instead of butter was a practical solution in the past, making this recipe accessible to all.
Preparing the Base
1. Preheat the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 180°C. This will ensure even baking of the bases.
2. Mixing the ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the margarine with the sugar until you achieve a creamy mixture. It is important that the margarine is at room temperature to incorporate well.
3. Adding the egg yolks: Incorporate the egg yolks, then add the baking powder, grated orange peel, and flour. Mix gently until combined.
4. Beating the egg whites: In another bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until frothy. This technique is essential for achieving a fluffy base.
5. Combining the mixtures: Add the beaten egg whites to the yolk mixture and gently fold with a spatula to avoid deflating the egg whites.
6. Baking the bases: Divide the mixture into 3 equal parts and pour each part into a 20 cm diameter baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake each base for about 10 minutes until golden. After baking, let the bases cool.
Preparing the Cream
1. Mixing the ingredients: In a bowl, mix the sugar with the cornstarch and a few tablespoons of milk. This step will help prevent lumps from forming during boiling.
2. Boiling the milk: Bring the remaining milk to a boil. When it starts to boil, reduce the heat and add the cornstarch mixture. Stir continuously until the cream thickens, similar to pudding.
3. Cooling the cream: Once thickened, remove the cream from the heat and cover it with plastic wrap to prevent a crust from forming. Let it cool completely.
4. Incorporating the margarine and nescream: After the cream has cooled, whip it a little to make it fluffy. Add the margarine and powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Finally, fold in the nescream and grated orange peel.
Assembling the Cake
1. Layering the bases: On a serving plate, place the first layer of the base. Use a removable ring to keep the cake compact. Drizzle the base with orange juice, then add a layer of cream.
2. Continuing the layers: Place the second base, soak it, add cream, and continue with the third base. Drizzle this one with orange juice as well. Refrigerate the cake for an hour to set.
3. Covering the cake: Once the cake has set, remove the removable ring. Use the remaining cream to evenly cover the cake.
Decorating the Cake
1. Preparing the chocolate: Break the dark chocolate into pieces and melt it together with the liquid cream over a double boiler. Stir constantly until combined.
2. Decorating with oranges: Cut the orange into thin slices. Moisten half a slice with melted chocolate and sprinkle colored candies for a festive look. Let them set slightly.
3. Finalizing the decoration: Place the decorated orange slices on the cake and use a teaspoon to create chocolate stripes on the edges. Sprinkle some dark chocolate flakes around the edge of the cake.
4. Final cooling: Refrigerate the cake for 2-3 hours before serving. This cooling time will allow the flavors to meld perfectly.
Practical Tips
- Choosing ingredients: If you prefer a more intense flavor, you can use butter instead of margarine. Also, choose quality chocolate for decoration for a richer taste.
- Gluten-free option: If you want a gluten-free option, replace the flour with gluten-free flour. You'll get just as delicious a cake, but friendlier for those with intolerances.
- Delicious combinations: This cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a fruit tea. The flavors complement each other perfectly, making the experience truly special.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use another type of sweetener? Yes, you can use natural or alternative sweeteners, but make sure to follow the usage instructions for the correct quantities.
2. How can I store the cake? The cake stores well in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days. The flavors intensify as it sits.
3. Can the cake be frozen? Yes, the cake can be frozen. I recommend portioning it before freezing, then wrapping it well in plastic wrap.
This nescream and orange flavored cake is not just a delicious dessert, but also a journey back in time, into the memories of a childhood filled with love and joy. I wish you success in making it and hope it brings you as many smiles and beautiful moments! Enjoy!
Ingredients: Base: 5 eggs, 5 tablespoons sugar, 50g Rama Maestro margarine, 4 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon grated orange peel, a pinch of salt. Cream: 300ml milk, 3 tablespoons sugar, 2 and 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch, 150g Rama Maestro margarine, 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, 2 packets instant coffee, 1 orange. For decoration: 1 orange, 50g dark chocolate, 3-4 tablespoons liquid cream, colored candies, dark chocolate flakes.
