Many claim that this cake dates back to1903, from pastry chef Louis Clichy who unveiled this cake at a Paris culinary exposition that year. It is one of my favorite cakes of all time, and it’s certainly one to try if you’re looking to hone your skills in patisserie.Ī cake such as this deserves a brief explanation of its history, although it is slightly murky.
Its preparation calls for your time, patience, and a candy thermometer, but the end result is so worth the effort. It has been described as ‘elaborate’ which is true. This coffee lover’s dream-come-true is a six layer affair, stacked with three layers of almond sponge, soaked with espresso syrup and alternating layers of French buttercream and butter ganache. It’s worthy of any special occasion.Īh, Opera Cake. This classic French Opera Cake is made with layers of almond sponge, potent coffee syrup, French buttercream, and chocolate ganache.
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