Chestnut Cake
Chestnut cake is a classic Hungarian dessert, always a success with its special flavors and elegant appearance. The soft dough and creamy chestnut filling create a perfect harmony, while the chocolate decoration makes the dessert festive. This cake is a perfect choice for birthdays, holidays or even a pleasant afternoon coffee break.
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a cake tin with parchment paper.
2
Separate the eggs. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the melted butter and milk.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the sweetened chestnut purée.
4
In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
5
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6
Let the cake cool completely before slicing it in half horizontally.
7
Whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream between the cake layers and a thin layer on top of the cake.
8
Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle it over the top of the cake as decoration. Refrigerate until the chocolate sets.
9
Before serving, decorate with additional sweetened chestnut purée or chocolate shavings, if desired.
