Caramel cake

Caramel Cake with Nuts and Fruits: A Sweet and Aromatic Experience

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Baking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Number of Servings: 10

This caramel cake is a true delight for lovers of refined desserts. With a delicious combination of chocolate, nuts, and aromatic fruits, it is perfect for any special occasion or simply to indulge your taste buds. Let's discover the recipe step by step!

Ingredients

*For the base:*
- 100 g honey and nut chocolate
- 50 g hazelnut chocolate
- 100 g butter (at room temperature)
- 5 eggs (separated)
- A pinch of salt
- 100 g walnut (ground)
- 100 g flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- ½ teaspoon coffee powder
- A handful of raisins (soaked)
- 1 tablespoon rum
- 2 tablespoons cognac
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (grated)
- 1 sachet cappuccino

*For the cream:*
- 250 ml milk
- 2 bananas (ripe)
- 1 apple (diced)
- 1 sachet instant caramel cream

*For decoration:*
- 1 small box of liquid cream
- Grated chocolate
- Cocoa (for decoration)

Preparation Instructions

1. Preparing the Ingredients: Start by preparing all the ingredients. Grind the walnut in a coffee grinder, leaving some larger pieces for added texture. Soak the raisins in the rum essence mixed with cognac for 15 minutes. This step will enhance the flavor and add a delicious taste.

2. The Cake Base: Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a large bowl, melt the two types of chocolate together with the butter, stirring until they become a homogeneous mixture. Let the mixture cool slightly before adding the egg yolks, a pinch of salt, and the orange zest. Mix well.

3. Adding the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, coffee powder, and ground walnut. Sift the dry ingredients and gradually incorporate them into the chocolate mixture. Then add the soaked raisins and the cappuccino sachet.

4. Beating the Egg Whites: Beat the egg whites until foamy and stiff peaks form. Carefully fold them into the chocolate mixture using a spatula to maintain the aeration of the composition.

5. Baking the Base: Pour the mixture into a baking pan lined with parchment paper and bake for 30 minutes. Check with a toothpick if the base is baked inside – it should come out clean.

6. Preparing the Cream: In a small pot, heat the milk and add the bananas and diced apple. Simmer gently until the fruits become soft, then puree everything with a mixer until you obtain a creamy puree. Add the sachet of caramel cream and mix well.

7. Assembling the Cake: Once the base has completely cooled, cut it in half. Spread the caramel cream between the two halves, then cover your cake with well-beaten liquid cream.

8. Decorating the Cake: Sprinkle grated chocolate and cocoa on top. You can also add some whole nuts for a rustic and appetizing look.

Serving Suggestions: Serve the caramel cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or with a caramel sauce for an extra touch of sweetness. This cake is perfect to enjoy alongside a cup of aromatic coffee or a fragrant tea.

Possible Variations: Instead of raisins, you can use dried cranberries for a tart note. Also, for an even more intense flavor, you can add a few drops of vanilla essence to the caramel cream.

This caramel cake with nuts and fruits is not just a dessert, but a true culinary experience! Each bite promises an explosion of flavors and textures, turning any meal into a celebration. Don't wait any longer, gather the ingredients and enjoy this simple and delicious recipe!

 Ingredients: Base: 100 g honey and nut chocolate, 50 g hazelnut chocolate, 100 g butter, 5 eggs, a pinch of salt, 100 g walnut kernels, 100 g flour, 1 packet baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon coffee powder, a handful of raisins, 1 tablespoon rum, 2 tablespoons cognac, 1 teaspoon orange zest, 1 sachet cappuccino. Cream: 250 ml milk, 2 bananas, 1 apple, 1 sachet caramel cream. Decoration: 1 small box of liquid whipped cream for Chocolate Cocoa.