There are varying origin stories concerning when this cake was first conceived, as well as who was the first pastry chef to come up with the idea. Typically, the word “opera” is written across the top of the cake, but it can also be topped with whatever you want, so as to give your cake your own flair. Grease a 10 x 15-inch jelly roll pan (with sides) and line with parchment paper.Opera cake is comprised of six thin layers of almond cake soaked in a sweet coffee liqueur, espresso-laden buttercream, dark chocolate ganache, and a final top layer of sweet chocolate glaze. To serve, trim the sides to remove any mistakes!.
Top with remaining cake layer, brush with sweetened coffee, spread with remaining coffee icing and top with remaining ganache. Top with second layer of cake, brush with sweetened coffee and top with ¾ of cooled ganache making sure that it doesn’t drip down the sides. Divide coffee icing in half and spread bottom layer ½ of coffee buttercream icing. Using a ruler, cut the cake into 3 equal rectangles that will be the layers. Bake 8-10 minutes or until cake is golden. Fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture and then fold in the almond and flour mixture. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy and gradually add the remaining tbsp. Meanwhile, beat the yolks, egg and 4 tbsp (60mL) sugar on high speed of electric mixer until thick and light in colour, about 4 minutes. Set aside.Ĭombine the flour and almonds in small bowl. Add more icing sugar if necessary to achieve a spreadable texture. Combine all ingredients in bowl of electric mixer and whip until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.Let sit until chocolate melts and then stir until smooth – set aside. Heat evaporated milk in small saucepan over medium heat until a gentle simmer and then pour over chocolate chips.
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