Classic Opera Cake
Marvel at the many layers of coffee decadence with a French classic - the Opera. Not only are the layers of joconde sponge, espresso cream, feuilletine crunch and dark chocolate ganache a theatrical feast for the eyes, you’ll be singing with joy once you take your first bite! (That’s how the Opera cake got its name). Come master the art of building this delicate dessert with us and bring this show-stopping cake to your next gathering!
About the Class
In this class, you will learn:
- How to make an almond based joconde sponge cake.
- How to make a substitute of a french buttercream with basic equipment.
- How to assemble the many layers of an opera cake evenly.
- How to pipe the classic ‘Opera’ with chocolate ganache.
Details:
- Duration: 3.5 Hours.
- Type: Full Hands-on.
- Recommended age: 16 Years Old and Above.
- Equipment, ingredients and packaging will all be provided.
- Each student will go home with one 6” diameter square cake.
*Students will work in PAIRS to prepare the cake batter, espresso cream and chocolate ganache, but assemble and decorate their own cakes INDIVIDUALLY.