Praline Genoise
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
A French-inspired sponge cake infused with praline flavors, perfect for special occasions.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 4large eggs
- 100 mlwhole milk
- 100 gpraline paste
- 1almond extract
- 1salt
- unsalted butter, for greasing
- 100 gconfectioners' sugar, for dusting
- praline sauce, for serving(see note)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20x20cm baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a high-quality baking dish for even baking.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Tip: Use a digital scale for accurate measurements.
- 3
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the unsalted butter until creamy.
Tip: Use room temperature ingredients for better aeration.
- 4
Add the large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Beat the eggs until light and fluffy.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 6
Add the praline paste and almond extract; mix until well combined.
Tip: Use a rubber spatula for gentle mixing.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Don't overbake the cake.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Tip: Don't disturb the cake while it cools.
- 10
Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Dust the cake with confectioners' sugar before serving.
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