Cheat’s Opera Cake (Almond Coffee Cake)
Cheat’s Opera Cake (Almond Coffee Cake) is a delightful dessert that transforms your kitchen into a Parisian pastry shop. This easy-to-make treat features layers of moist almond sponge soaked in rich coffee syrup, creamy buttercream, and a glossy chocolate ganache. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply indulging yourself, this cake promises an unforgettable flavor experience that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brewed strong coffee (espresso preferred)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans and line them with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour and granulated sugar until well blended.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then mix in the melted butter and brewed coffee.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while whisking until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cakes cool, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with whipped frosting in between and on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg