Chocolate Sponge Cake Discs using a Thermomix
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Indulge in the heavenly delight of chocolate sponge cake, a dessert that’s as light as a cloud but rich enough to make your taste buds dance! Originating from the 18th century, this cake is a testament to the magic of simple ingredients coming together in perfect harmony. With just four eggs, a sprinkle of granulated sugar, a dash of flour, and a hint of bitter cocoa, you can create a fluffy masterpiece that would make even the most stoic of chocolate lovers swoon. Fun fact: sponge cakes are known for their airy texture, which is achieved by whipping air into the batter – a technique that might just have you channeling your inner pastry chef! Whether enjoyed at a birthday party or as a cozy treat on a rainy day, this chocolate sponge cake is sure to bring joy to anyone lucky enough to take a bite.
Ingredients
- 4 Eggs
- 120 g Granulated sugar
- 120 g Flour t55
- 30 g Bitter cocoa
- 40 g Butter
Steps
Genoise Batter
- Add 4 eggs, 120 g of granulated sugar in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 6:00min / 37°C / Speed 4.
- Mix manual: 6:00min / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Add 120 g of flour t55, 30 g of bitter cocoa in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 4sec / 0°C / Speed 3. Scrape the sides of the bowl with the spatula
- Add 40 g of butter in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 4sec / 0°C / Speed 3. Scrape the sides of the bowl with the spatula
Baking
- Preheat the oven at 180°C.
- Divide the content of the food processor bowl in a baking dish.
- Divide the batter evenly into four round baking pans of the same size.
- Cook in the oven at 180°C during 12min.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container.
