SARAH BERNHARDT CAKES (SARAH BERNHARDT-KAGER) (DANISH)

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Sarah Bernhardt Cakes (Sarah Bernhardt-Kager) (Danish) image

Sarah Bernhardt, the great French actress, captured Danish hearts to such an extent that they named these special chocolate mousse topped meringue cakes after her.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 egg white
1/2 cup sugar
1 (2 1/2 ounce) package blanched slivered almonds, pulverized in a blender
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (6 ounces)
1/3 cup butter
1 egg
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
12 blanched almonds

Steps:

  • Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease and flour it.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the egg white until foamy; add the sugar, and beat until mixture holds soft peaks.
  • Fold in the pulverized almonds, cornstarch, and almond extract.
  • Spoon into 12 mounds evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet, allowing plenty of space between them.
  • Bake until top is dry and cakes are a creamy color, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from sheet and cool on rack.
  • Melt 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips in a small bowl over hot water.
  • Melt the butter in another pan.
  • Whip the egg with the lemon rind, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
  • Mix the COOLED chocolate and butter together and add the egg mixture.
  • When this has thickened, spread it over the base of the cakes, allowing the mixture to set.
  • Melt the remaining chocolate and pour over the firm chocolate layer.
  • Decorate each cake with an almond.
  • Makes 12 cakes.
  • The Great Scandinavian Baking Book...-- Beatrice Ojakangas.

Magyar Telea
[email protected]

I'm definitely going to be making these cakes again soon.


Mohammed saad Saad
[email protected]

These cakes were a big hit at my last party.


Deejay phantomk2
[email protected]

I can't wait to try making these cakes again.


Sweety Chowdhury
[email protected]

These cakes were a little time-consuming to make, but they were definitely worth the effort.


dilnesheen khan
[email protected]

I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cakes are now my go-to dessert.


fitzroy Richards
[email protected]

These cakes are a great addition to any dessert table.


Hussain Jutt
[email protected]

I would definitely make these cakes again.


Becca McNab
[email protected]

These cakes were a lot of work, but they were worth it. They were absolutely delicious.


majeed khan709
[email protected]

I followed the recipe exactly, but my cakes didn't turn out as pictured.


Laxmi Yadav
[email protected]

These cakes were a bit too dry for my liking.


aasha Yadav
[email protected]

I had some trouble getting the frosting to the right consistency, but overall these cakes were very good.


Zack Humphries
[email protected]

These cakes were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good.


Omojarabi Olorunjuwon
[email protected]

I've never made macarons before, but these turned out perfectly. The recipe was easy to follow and the cakes were delicious.


raja ramish
[email protected]

These cakes are so elegant and beautiful. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Washim akram Shuvo
[email protected]

I love how easy these cakes are to make. They're perfect for a busy weeknight dessert.


Talisa Martin
[email protected]

These cakes are absolutely delicious. The almond flavor is amazing and the frosting is so creamy and smooth.


Bruto Gaming
[email protected]

I've made these cakes several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Wani rayan
[email protected]

These cakes were a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the delicate almond flavor and the creamy frosting.