2025-01-03

Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake

by SPCH
Cakes, Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake

Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake: Kickstart the New Year a Lil’ Creamier

Dulce de leche is widely identified with milk jam, or milk candy, or caramelized milk extremely popular in different countries like the Philippines, France, Latin America, and Poland. This legendary confectionary is a spreadable sauce which is cooked slowly for over hours with two major ingredients, i.e., milk and sugar.

Cheers to a Slice of Guilty Indulgence

Often known as the golden spread, this dip has multidimensional usage, applicable in making cookies, cakes, and pastries. A harmonious blend of velvety sweetness and rich chocolate defines this dessert.

Imagine biting into a sweet caramelized, robust and deep cocoa infused cake, indulgence of which may be feel you with a sense of inner comforting. A dash of guilt may also follow if not shared with your loved one. Pastry Prime, Guwahati offers a range of such exotic and globally celebrated desserts, cakes, pastries, and cookies.

To all the home-bakers and passionate cooks, Pastry Prime gifts you the secret recipe of this loved dessert this new year. Enjoy! Have a happy and prosperous New Year!

Ingredients Required

  • For the base or the chocolate cake
  • 1 ¾ cup of all-purpose flour
  • 400 g of granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp of baking powder
  • ¾ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp of baking soda
  • 2 eggs
  • 250 ml of milk
  • ½ a cup of vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp of vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • A cup of boiling water
  • For the chocolate ganache
  • 225 g of finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate
  • A cup of heavy cream
  • For the filling
  • 1 ½ cup of dulce de leche

Instructions

  • Preparation of Cake Layers
  • Preheat the oven at 350°F.
  • Grease with butter and flour two rounded cake pans.
  • In a big bowl, gather all the dry ingredients together, i.e., baking powder and soda, cocoa powder, sugar, flour, and salt.
  • Now add the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and the oil to the dry ingredients. Beat the ingredients properly till they are well-combined.
  • Very slowly add the hot water and beat the batter at a medium speed. Mix well till the batter appears thin.
  • Now pour the batter into the cake pans and let them bake for around half an hour.
  • After taking out, insert a toothpick to check if they are properly baked.
  • Allow the base to cool for around 10 minutes.
  • Assembling the Cake
  • Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer after to other while generously applying dulce de leche on top of each.
  • Preparing the Chocolate Ganache
  • Melt the chopped unsweetened chocolate.
  • In another small saucepan, heat the heavy cream on a medium heat till it starts to simmer.
  • Now pour the hot cream over the melted chocolate preparation and keep them aside for around 2-3 minutes.
  • Then stir them continuously till they appear glossy and smooth and the preparation come to a pourable consistency.
  • Decoration of the Cake
  • Now pour the ganache over the assembled cake.
  • Let the ganache drip from the sides.
  • As soon as it set, you are free to enjoy the delectable dessert.

Present this dessert as a party stunner, and you are set to be the perfect host for your New Year Party! Have a sweet and flavorful New Year!!

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2024-12-13

How to make Opera Cake?

by SPCH
Cakes, Pastry

Opera Cake: A French Elegance

Opera Cake is a French patisserie masterpiece, not just a regular dessert. Extremely rich in complex and exquisite flavors, this creation has created a stir in the global stage and timeless delicacy.

A Bite into this Legendry Pastry…

In 1955, Cyriaque Gavillon created this gorgeous pastry as a mark of Parisian pastry art. The appearance of this beloved dessert symbolises the gastronomic climax in the modern French dessert history. Popularised by the patisserie house named Dalloyau.

The Anatomy of the Opera Cake

This elaborate yet stunning cake resembles a combination of texture, precision, and flavour. Each layer of this dessert has its own story to tell. A layer of sponge cake infused with coffee syrup, followed by coffee buttercream (with its distinct yet heartfelt aroma), and chocolate ganache and glaze make this a truly French symbol of gastronomic luxury.

Why Opera Cake Must be your Go-To Pastry?

At Pastry Prime, Guwahati, we truly believe in infusing global cuisine into our range of cakes and pastries, and hence Opera cake must be your go-to dessert. With the interplay of coffee, almonds, and chocolate, this cake symbolizes culinary excellence.

To make this iconic pastry at home, you can follow this recipe at home. The ingredients of the cake are segregated as per the anatomy of the cake.

Required Ingredients

  • For the Almond Sponge Cake (Joconde Sponge) layer:
  • 200 g of almond flour
  • 200 g of powdered sugar
  • 50 g of all-purpose flour
  • 6 eggs and 6 egg whites separately (whipped)
  • 100 g of granulated sugar
  • For the Coffee syrup
  • A cup of strong or espresso cup
  • ½ a cup of granulated sugar
  • For the Coffee Buttercream
  • 200 g of granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup of water
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1 1/3 cups of softened unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp of espresso powder or coffee extract
  • For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 200 g of chopped 70% dark chocolate
  • 2 tbsp of unsalted butter
  • 200 ml of heavy cream
  • For the Chocolate Glaze
  • ½ a cup of heavy cream
  • 150 g of dark chocolate

Method

The method of the preparation of the Opera Cake is given step-by-step:

  • Baking the Joconde Sponge
  • Preheat the oven at 425 °F.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, powdered sugar, and almond flour till they turn fluffy and light.
  • In another bowl, whip the sugar and egg whites till it reach soft peaks, then fold the same into the batter.
  • On a baking sheet, spread the batter evenly on a tray and bake it until it turns golden.
  • Making the Coffee Syrup
  • Brew the espresso and mix the sugar in the coffee.
  • Let it cool.
  • Preparing the Coffee Buttercream
  • Pour the hot sugar mixture while slowly whisking the egg yolks.
  • Beat continuously until creamy and thick, then slowly add the softened butter.
  • With the espresso powder or coffee extract flavour the mixture.
  • Making the Chocolate Ganache
  • In a pan, heat the heavy cream and stops it when simmering.
  • Take the chopped dark chocolate and pour in the heavy cream. Let it sit for some minutes.
  • Stir until it turns glossy and smooth.
  • Assembling the Cake
  • On a tray, place the Joconde sponge layer.
  • Spread and soak the coffee layer.
  • Spread a layer of coffee buttercream over it.
  • Add another layer of the sponge, and repeat the process.
  • Spread the ganache over it.
  • Repeat the layers and the process.
  • Finish it off with the coffee buttercream over the top.
  • Glazing and decorating the cake
  • Freeze the cake for an hour.
  • At the top, pour the chocolate glaze, and smoothen it evenly.
  • For that classic touch, write the word Opera with some melted chocolate.

The secret to this preparation is having ultimate patience and gain precision while making it. But to avoid hasslefree indulgence, just visit Pastry Prime, Guwahati and enjoy this delicacy to its best! Follow and visit our website for more such interesting global recipes!

 

 

 

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2024-10-25

Strawberry Pink Lady Cake

by SPCH
Cakes

Strawberry Pink Lady Cake: A Delightful Birthday Option from Your Favorite Bakery

The advent of this rich and smooth cake needs your delicate attention so that it melts into your mouth. This strawberry lady cake is an exceptional instance of how the presence of textured strawberries can turn into a masterpiece dessert. Guwahati’s finest bakery, Pastry Prime welcomes the idea of a celebration with some sweet cravings.

Tempt Your Taste Buds

To trace back the origin of the Strawberry Pink Lady Cake is difficult but the availability of this dessert is easy. The pink layers are derived from the pink color of strawberries crafting the cake with a classic textbook deliciousness. Pastry Prime, Guwahati has reimagined this cake to cater to the Indian tastebuds while upholding its vintage appeal.

Indulge in Your Favorite Dessert

Wondering about the crafting of this elegant dessert? Here’s a little guide to this masterpiece.

Required Ingredients

For making the cake:

  • ½ tsp of baking soda
  • 1 tsp of baking powder
  • 2 and ½ cups of cake flour
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 cubes of unsalted butter (must be at room temperature)
  • Frozen pureed strawberries (1 and ½ cups)
  • 8 egg whites
  • 2 to 3 cups of milk
  • 2 to 3 drops of pink food color (optional)

For making the frosting of the cake:

  • A cup of unsalted and softened butter
  • ¼ cups of strawberry puree
  • Around 4 cups of strawberry puree and powdered sugar each
  • A tsp of vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup cream cheese (totally optional)
  • To garnish, get more strawberries!

Method:

  • Preheating the oven at 175°C or 350°F is the first step towards this journey.
  • Grease a rounded cake pan (two 9-inched).
  • Mix all the dry ingredients (baking powder and soda, cake flour, and salt) and whisk properly in a bowl.
  • To prepare the batter, cream the sugar and butter in a different bowl until it turns fluffy. Add the required number of eggs, one at a time along with the vanilla extract and the strawberry puree. The dry ingredients (whisked previously) must be added to this wet mixture, changing with the sour cream.
  • Pour the batter into the greased cake pan and bake for around half an hour. Take them out of the oven and let them cool for some time.
  • For the frosting, in another large bowl, beat the powdered sugar and butter together. Pour in the vanilla extract and strawberry puree. Add in the cream cheese for a tangy kick.
  • To assemble the cake, layer the cakes with freshly prepared frosting in between. Even you can frost the sides and top of the cake. Garnish with freshly cut strawberries and enjoy!

Upraise your Celebrations with the Lady in Pink!

Choosing this cake for your celebrations can be regarded as the ideal choice. Ladened with fresh ingredients and no artificial flavor, this cake should be your preferred option. Try the Strawberry Pink Lady Cake at Guwahati’s prime bakery, the Pastry Prime!

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2024-10-11

Cherry Semifreddo Cake

by SPCH
Cakes, Cherry Semifreddo Cake

Cherry Semifreddo Cake: A Cherry on the Top for All Dessert Lovers

Indulge in your favorite Italian dessert as Pastry Prime, Guwahati presents you with Cherry Semifreddo Cake! This cake is not short of luxury and assures a rich and creamy flavor in every bite with a fabulous infusion of cherry. A must-try dessert, Cherry Semifreddo is gaining attention and requires yours too!

The Allure of Cherry Semifreddo Cake

This cake literally translates to a cold dessert comprising components like air, sugar, and Italian meringue. The frozen form of the cake is the cherry on top setting perfectly with mousse and ice cream in texture. A must recommendation considering the hot summer of Guwahati.

Tempted? Here’s A Guide to Creating a Cherry Semifreddo Cake

At Pastry Prime, we offer this luscious yet perfect dessert available for your special occasions. But if you can’t make it to Pastry Prime, here’s a simple guide to the roadway that tastes like heaven.

Required Ingredients

  • 2 cups of frozen or fresh pitted cherries
  • 1 tsp each of lemon juice and vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs (separate the yolks)
  • ½ cup of sugar
  • ½ cup of powdered sugar
  • A cup of cold heavy cream
  • For the base, ladyfinger biscuits
  • ¼ cup of almond flour (optional)

Method of Preparation

  • To prepare the cherry compote, combine sugar, cherries, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook them for about 10 minutes on a low flame until the cherries soften and release their juices.
  • To prepare the base, whisk the separated egg yolks in a big bowl in powdered sugar till it turns creamy and pale. Add the vanilla extract too. In another large bowl, whip the heavy cream until it reaches a soft peak.
  • To form the cream, in a large bowl, whip the egg whites till a gentle soft peak is formed. Be careful and mix the whipped egg yolks into it making sure you don’t deflate the air.
  • Time to assemble the cake! Cover a loaf pan with a plastic wrap. Keep the ladyfinger biscuits at the bottom of the pan, now pour the semifreddo mixture as the first layer, followed by the cherry compote. Follow the steps again. For the crunch, you can add the almond crunch.
  • Cover and freeze for around 6 hours or overnight. Before serving let it sit for around 5 minutes after taking it out from the refrigerator and then slice it. Pour some cherry syrup and fresh cherries for the aesthetic look and feel and voila your Cherry Semifreddo cake is ready!

Experience Pastry Perfection at Pastry Prime in Guwahati

Are you craving this decadent already? So why wait, visit Pastry Prime, Guwahati, and indulge in this soft, creamy, and cherrlicious indulgent and other ever-loved pastries and cookies. Feel adventurous to try out our savory items as well and build a prolonged association with us.

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2024-08-23

How to Make Classic New York Cheesecake?

by SPCH
Cakes,

Classic New York Cheesecake: Cheese + Cake, a deadly combination!

Remember when Chandler and Rachel in the famous all-time favorite show F.R.I.E.N.D.S in the episode The One with All the Cheesecake went ga-ga over the delicious and classic New York Cheesecake? Watching the episode every time, we collectively crave a New York special cheesecake which is creamy and made with graham and crumbly cracker crust as described by the characters. Your favorite bakery at Guwahati, Pastry Prime brings you the classic New York Cheesecake. Guwahati’s premier bakery is ready to treat you with the epitome of indulgence and elegance with this dessert.

Why New York Cheesecake Reigns Supreme in the World of Cakes

With expert technique and simple ingredients, this cheesecake at Pastry Prime is enormously special for all the F.R.I.E.N.D.S fans. A mixture of fresh eggs, sugar, and cream cheese, provides a dense texture to this cake that will melt your mouth and crave more. The velvety softness is attained by the heavy or sour cream, which offers a distinct tangy flavor, making it different from the other classics.

The Journey of Cheesecake Goes a Long Way!

The journey of cheesecake can be traced back to ancient Greece. Then, when the Romans subjugated the Greeks, the unique cheesecake got a makeover with eggs and crushed eggs, baked under hot brick, and served hot. With the expansion of the Roman Empire, the cheesecake recipes spread across Europe.

Europeans later replaced the eggs with yeast, which caused a modern version of this dessert by the 18th century. This contemporary version later traveled to the United States. So, this dessert has perfected itself over generations, and Pastry Prime contributing to this trendy dessert brings to you this perfected recipe.

Treat Yourself to this Classic Today…

If you do not want to miss a smooth and creamy creation with a simple topping of chocolate drizzle, dusted sugar, or strawberries, visit your favorite bakery in Guwahati. Here’s a sneak peek at the recipe for everybody’s desired dessert.

Ingredients

For the crust the following ingredients are required:

  • ¼ cup of granulated sugar
  • ½ cup of unsalted, melted butter
  • 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs

For the cheesecake filling, the following ingredients are required:

  • Around 900 grams of softened cream cheese
  • 1 tsp of vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups of granulated sugar
  • 4 big eggs
  • 1 cup of heavy or sour cream
  • 2 tbsp of all-purpose flour

Instructions

  • To prepare the crust, preheat the oven to 163°C (325°F). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Combine them until the crumbs are moistened evenly.
  • The mixture must be now pressed into the bottom of a 9-inch pan so an even layer is formed.
  • This crust mixture has to be baked for around 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and cool it for a while.
  • To prepare the cheesecake filling, in a large bowl, the softened cheese must be beaten properly until it turns creamy and smooth for about 2 to 3 minutes. During the process, add vanilla extract and sugar until properly combined.
  • To the filling preparation, add the eggs in batches, but beat at a lower speed and evade overmixing.
  • Fold in the heavy or sour cream until the mixture turns smooth.
  • To bake the cake, spread the filling over the baked crust in the pan, smoothing the top with the help of a spatula.
  • In a preheated oven, place the pan after placing it over a baking sheet for around 75 minutes.
  • To cool the preparation, keep the door of the oven slightly for around 1 hour.
  • Then after an hour, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool at room temperature.
  • To chill and serve, wait at least for 4 hours or overnight. This will help in enhancing the flavor of the cheesecake. When you serve, make sure to sprinkle some powdered sugar, spread some chocolate sauce, and top with some thinly sliced strawberries.

Bon appetite! Enjoy this absolute deliciousness! To avoid the hassle of creating the cake from scratch, visit us at Pastry Prime, Guwahati, Assam.

F&Qs:

What makes New York Cheesecake different from other cheesecakes?
New York Cheesecake is known for its dense, smooth texture and slight tanginess. The high amount of cream cheese and the addition of sour cream or heavy cream create a richer, more luxurious consistency compared to other styles.

Can I make a gluten-free New York Cheesecake?
Yes, you can substitute the graham cracker crust with gluten-free crackers or cookies and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.

How do I prevent cracks in my cheesecake?
To avoid cracks, bake the cheesecake in a water bath, don’t overmix the batter, and avoid opening the oven door during baking. Letting the cheesecake cool slowly also helps prevent cracks.

How should I store a New York Cheesecake?
Store your cheesecake in the refrigerator, tightly covered, for up to 5 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months; wrap it well in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.

Can I make a New York Cheesecake without a springform pan?
While a springform pan is ideal, you can use a regular cake pan with deep sides. Be sure to line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

How long should I let the cheesecake cool before refrigerating it?
Allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature for about an hour before refrigerating it. It’s best to let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Can I add flavors to a Classic New York Cheesecake?
Yes, you can add various flavors like lemon zest, chocolate, or fruit puree to the batter. However, traditional New York Cheesecake is known for its simple, classic flavor profile.

How do I know when my cheesecake is done?
Your cheesecake is done when the edges are set, but the center still has a slight jiggle. It will continue to firm up as it cools.

What toppings go well with New York Cheesecake?
Popular toppings include fresh berries, fruit compotes, caramel sauce, chocolate ganache, or simply a dusting of powdered sugar.

Can I make a lighter version of New York Cheesecake?
Yes, you can substitute some of the cream cheese with low-fat or fat-free cream cheese and use Greek yogurt or light sour cream. However, this may slightly alter the texture and flavor.

Why is my cheesecake crust soggy?
A soggy crust usually occurs when the cheesecake is baked in a water bath, and water seeps into the pan. Ensure your springform pan is properly wrapped in foil to prevent this.

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