Genoise Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the heavenly delight of Genoise, a decadent dessert originating from the pages of “French Cooking by Eileen Reece.” Perfect for special occasions, this delicacy is adorned with a luscious “Moka Creme au beurre” topping, but feel free to explore your own filling and icing creations! With a tantalizing aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this Genoise recipe is sure to impress.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories per serving: 344
- Fat Content: 5.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 129.2mg
- Sodium Content: 55.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 66.9g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 38.1g
- Protein Content: 7.6g
- Keywords: Canadian, European, Healthy, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 8 tablespoons caster sugar
- 8 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup butter
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 160°C (gas mark 3). |
| 2 | Prepare a “bain-marie” by setting a bowl of warm water over low heat, ensuring it doesn’t boil. |
| 3 | In a mixing bowl, break the eggs and add the caster sugar. Place the bowl in the bain-marie. |
| 4 | Using a wire whisk, beat the eggs and sugar mixture until it doubles in volume and becomes warm to the touch. |
| 5 | Once doubled and warm, remove the bowl from the bain-marie and continue beating until the mixture cools. |
| 6 | Gradually beat in the sifted flour until the batter is smooth and well combined. |
| 7 | Grease a baking pan with butter and pour the batter into it. |
| 8 | Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes without opening the oven door. |
| 9 | After baking, test the Genoise by inserting a pointed knife blade into the center; it should come out clean when done. |
| 10 | Once baked, remove the Genoise from the pan and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. |
Additional Notes:
- For a delightful twist, consider topping your Genoise with “Moka Creme au beurre” for an extra burst of flavor.
- Get creative with your fillings and icings to personalize this classic dessert to your liking.
- Enjoy your Genoise as a festive treat during Christmas or any special occasion, and savor its light, fluffy texture with every bite.
Unlock the magic of French cuisine with this exquisite Genoise recipe, and delight your taste buds with its irresistible charm! 🍰✨
