Indulge in the delectable Paul's Genoise Sponge, a classic French sponge cake renowned for its light and airy texture. This versatile cake forms the foundation for a multitude of desserts, from simple berry trifles to elaborate wedding cakes. With its delicate crumb and subtle sweetness, it provides the perfect canvas for a variety of frostings, fillings, and decorations. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey, exploring the secrets to creating the perfect Paul's Genoise Sponge, ensuring that your next baking endeavor is a delightful success.
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PAUL'S GENOISE SPONGE
Make the most of British summer berries by piling them onto a stunning layered sponge
Provided by Paul Hollywood
Categories Afternoon tea, Treat
Time 1h10m
Yield Serves 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Brush 2 x 20cm cake tins with melted butter, line the bases with baking paper, then dust well with flour tipping out any excess. Set aside.
- Put the sugar and eggs in a large heatproof bowl, then set it over a pan of barely simmering water. Whisk with an electric hand whisk for about 7 mins or until the mixture is pale and has trebled in volume. Remove from the heat, then slowly pour in the butter folding it in as you pour until it is completely mixed in.
- Gently fold the flour and a pinch of salt into the egg mixture, then pour into your prepared cake tins. Cook for 25 mins until the cake is golden and risen - a skewer pushed into the cake should come out clean. Allow the cakes to cool for a few mins in the tin, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Meanwhile, whip the cream until it just holds its shape, then set aside. Whizz about a quarter of the strawberries with 1 tbsp sugar until smooth, then fold this purée through the cream so you get a ripple effect.
- To assemble the cakes, cut each one in half horizontally. Put one sponge on a serving plate, spread a quarter of the cream mix on top, then dot a quarter of the blueberries and raspberries around the edge. Repeat this step two more times, put the last layer of cake on top (save a top half of cake for the top layer), spread the remaining cream over, then put the blueberries and raspberries around the edge and pile the strawberries in the centre. Dust with icing sugar just before you serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 calories, Fat 42 grams fat, SaturatedFat 22 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 35 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.26 milligram of sodium
GENOISE
The classic European sponge cake. No chemical leavener, just air that is beaten into the eggs. Folding (stirring without deflating) is the biggest factor. Be gentle!
Provided by Kevin Ryan
Categories Desserts Cakes Sponge Cake Recipes
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 8 inch round cake pan. Line with parchment paper and grease it as well. Lightly flour pan and paper.
- Sift together the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt onto a piece of wax paper.
- Place the eggs into a mixing bowl set over a pan of hot (not boiling) water. Add the 1/2 cup sugar to the eggs and whisk until the mixture feels warm (not hot) to the touch, about body temperature. Place the bowl onto a mixer and beat on medium speed until the mixture becomes pale yellow in color and falls off the end of the whisk attachment in long ribbons. Add the vanilla. Add about 1/3 of the flour mixture to the beaten egg and fold in. Continue to add the remainder of the flour, folding it in each time.
- Place about 1 cup of the batter into the bowl containing the melted butter and combine the butter with the batter. Add this back to the main batter and fold it in. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Immediately bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 25 minutes or until the top is a light brown. Cool in pan on a rack about 10 minutes and then invert onto a rack. It is best to invert it again onto another rack so that it cools with the top up. Let cool completely before cutting or frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 80.5 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 28.7 mg, Sugar 12.8 g
GENOESE SPONGE
This cake has a nice buttery color, and a fairly firm texture.
Provided by Carol
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 10 inch tube pan.
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add 3/4 cup sugar gradually, beating until very stiff.
- In a large bowl, cream butter or margarine and 1 cup sugar well. Add egg yolks, and beat until thick and fluffy. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt over batter. Fold in. Gently fold in egg whites. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until an inserted wooden pick comes out clean. Cool. Ice with your favorite frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 122.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 221.5 mg, Sugar 25.2 g
Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the batter to emulsify properly and create a smooth, light sponge.
- Beat the eggs and sugar together until they are thick and pale. This will incorporate air into the batter and help the sponge to rise.
- Fold in the dry ingredients gently. Overmixing will toughen the sponge.
- Bake the sponge in a preheated oven. This will help to prevent the sponge from sinking in the middle.
- Allow the sponge to cool completely before frosting or filling. This will help to prevent the sponge from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Paul's genoise sponge is a classic French sponge cake that is light, airy, and delicious. It is perfect for a variety of desserts, from simple cakes to elaborate pastries. With a few simple tips, you can easily make a perfect genoise sponge at home.
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