Coconut Raffaello Cake
Soft and fluffy countertop with a fine coconut aroma, white chocolate Ganache cream, in the countertop syrup I added a little almond essence. I even decorated it with Raffaello candies, but it is optional, more effective.
The white chocolate Ganache cream is to be considered, it became my favorite after working with this recipe, simple and very effective, it tastes very good.
Delicious, tender and you will definitely like even the most capricious guests!
Prepare the cake top in advance to lessen the work during cake assembly. Begin baking at least 5-6 hours before the planned decoration and cream filling.
Organize your ingredients - separate the egg whites from the yolks, combine the flour with 30g of coconut and baking powder, etc.
Whisk the egg whites and gradually incorporate 60g of sugar, followed by the powdered sugar. The result should be a white, shiny, and firm foam.
Whip the yolks with the remaining 60g of sugar until frothy. Mix in the 2 tablespoons of oil and vanilla extract thoroughly.
Add the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture, folding gently with a spatula.
Incorporate the flour, coconut, and baking powder mixture, blending gently until there are no lumps.
Pour the dough into a baking tray lined with parchment paper. The recommended tray size is 28 cm in diameter.
Bake in a preheated oven set between 180 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes, or until the cake passes the toothpick test.
Expect the cake to rise during baking and deflate slightly upon cooling.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 2-3 hours. For easier slicing, freeze the cake top for 60-90 minutes before cutting.
Cut the cake top into three even layers.
Begin the ganache cream preparation 5-6 hours in advance as it needs to cool completely before whipping. Heat the whipping cream in a saucepan and remove from heat once it starts to boil. Add the white chocolate and let it sit for 1-2 minutes.
Stir the mixture until the chocolate has completely melted into the cream. Allow it to cool and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours.
When you're ready to assemble the cake, whip the cooled white chocolate and cream mixture at high speed.
The ganache cream is ready when it thickens and holds firm.
Assemble the cake.
Syrup each layer (using a syrup made from 200ml water, 1 tbsp sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon almond flavor, or milk and almond flavor).
Spread a generous amount of cream (3-4 tablespoons) on each layer.
Lastly, coat the sides and top of the cake evenly with the remaining cream.
Sprinkle with grated coconut.
Decorate with Raffaello candies if desired.
Let the cake sit in the refrigerator for 6-7 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
This Coconut Raffaello Cake recipe is a delicious and impressive dessert that is sure to please any guest.
Enjoy!
