Chestnut Truffle Cake
Chestnut truffle cake is a popular and elegant dessert in classic European pastry-making. The rich flavor of chestnut puree and the silky creaminess of dark chocolate create a perfect harmony. Originally inspired by French patisserie, this sweet treat boasts a luxurious and refined appearance due to its truffle cream coating. This cake is an excellent choice for festive occasions or as an elegant dessert for a special event.
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch (22 cm) cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2
Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a simmering pot of water (double boiler). Stir until smooth.
3
In a bowl, whisk the eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy.
4
Stir in the chestnut puree, ground walnuts, rum, and salt. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined.
5
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
6
Let the cake cool completely in the pan. Meanwhile, prepare the truffle cream: heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until almost simmering. Pour over the finely chopped dark chocolate. Stir until smooth and glossy.
7
Let the chocolate cream cool slightly, then spread it evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
8
Dust with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings or grated chestnut.
9
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the cream to set properly.
10
Slice and serve, and enjoy the rich, chestnut-chocolate truffle flavor!
