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monsieur cake

Monsieur Cake

Indulge in the elegance of the monsieur cake, a dessert that's rich, creamy, and effortlessly impressive. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 335kcal
Cost: $25

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Round cake pans
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • q.s. Chocolate ganache for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients and alternate with the milk until the batter is well mixed.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
  • While the cakes cool, beat the heavy cream, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and almond extract until thick and spreadable. Spread this mixture onto the first cake layer and place the second layer on top.
  • Pour the chocolate ganache over the top and let it drip down the sides.
  • To make the ganache extra shiny, let it sit for 5 minutes before pouring it over the cake. This gives it a professional finish.
  • If you have leftovers, store the monsieur cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap individual slices tightly and freeze for up to a month.
  • Always bring your ingredients to room temperature before starting for the best texture. Don’t forget to chill the cake before slicing; it cuts cleaner that way!

Notes

This cake is perfect for special occasions and will impress your guests with its rich flavor and elegant appearance.

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 6mg
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