How To Make Classic Opera Cake

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  • Опубліковано 20 тра 2024
  • Today, I’m sharing how to make a classic opera cake step by step. It’s called “A king of chocolate cake” for a reason. The rich cake melts in your mouth with an amazing aroma.
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    Biscuit Joconde
    2 sheet pans: 10.5inch | 26.7cm ✖️ 15inch | 38cm
    • Powdered Sugar 100g | 3.5oz
    • Almond flour 100g | 3.5oz
    • Whole eggs 150g (about 3 eggs) | 5.3oz
    • Egg white 140g | 4.9oz (from about 4 large eggs)
    • Granulated sugar 70g | 2.47oz
    • All-purpose flour 35g | 1.2oz
    • Butter 15g | 0.5oz
    Bake at 410F | 210C for 6-7 minutes until it gets nice golden brown.
    * The time & temperature may vary depending on the ovens.
    Coffee Syrup
    • Milled coffee 35g | 1.2oz
    • Water 340g | 12oz
    • Granulated sugar 70g | 2.47oz
    • Cognac 100g | 3.5oz
    Chocolate for sponge
    • Couverture chocolate (58%) 35g | 1.2oz
    • Oil 7g | 0.25oz
    Mocha Buttercream
    • Milk 150g | 5.3oz
    • Milled coffee 20g | 0.7oz
    • Granulated sugar 70g | 2.47oz
    • Egg yolks 70g | 2.47oz (from about 4 large eggs)
    • Butter 226g | 8oz (2 US sticks)
    Dark Chocolate Ganache
    • Couverture chocolate (58%) 300g | 10.6oz
    • Heavy cream 300g | 10.6oz
    Dark Chocolate Glaze
    • Couverture chocolate (58%) 150g | 5.3oz
    • Oil 30g | 1oz
    Chocolate to write on a cake (Optional) * You can also use the extra chocolate glaze!
    • Couverture chocolate (58%) 35g | 1.2oz
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  • @PastryLivingwithAya
    @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому +33

    Although it takes time to make this cake, it really pays off when you taste it😋Don’t worry about making mistakes or getting messy, practice some times and you'll feel more comfortable each time!

    • @rimanouri6435
      @rimanouri6435 Рік тому +1

      Hello Aya. I really love all your videos. I would like to ask you about the materials that you use . I am a beginner and I often get lost when it comes to buying baking supplies such as pan and cake tin ... Especially regarding the size . For example for the opera cake that you made which size for the sheet-pans to use for a small sized cake. So it would be very helpful if you could help us on how to choose the correct supplies for home baking in small batches.

    • @MargaretsMakeandBake
      @MargaretsMakeandBake Рік тому

      @@rimanouri6435
      This would be a great idea for a video Aya...😁👍

    • @karthikashok1373
      @karthikashok1373 Рік тому

      Thanks sis

    • @jtbaker1789
      @jtbaker1789 3 місяці тому

      I'm in love.

    • @user-vo6fn7ny5h
      @user-vo6fn7ny5h 2 місяці тому

      Aya you’re knowledge of all things baking is absolutely extraordinary and I’m so proud to be one of your students ❤ Aussie gal is in the kitchen sitting 🪑 up the back of today’s class on how to make and bake a delicious Opera Cake 🍰 and I have my fork 🍴 ready for the tasting ❤😂

  • @delishuspear
    @delishuspear 9 місяців тому +20

    I watch many different bakers on youtube for inspiration and technique, but it seems like every time I explore new ideas I end up turning to your videos the most for my first attempts. I really appreciate your concise, well-reasoned, and uncomplicated direction - thank you for all of the work you put into your videos! I have learned so much with your help.

  • @noctiss_season2
    @noctiss_season2 7 місяців тому +21

    i always loved the name. OPERA CAKE. Because it so perfectly fits and describes it. Its like an opera. Something so sophisticated, so pompous, so exclusive. An opera takes hours, and its usually an epic about something serious. Its complicated, elaborate and precise. And thats what this cake is. Not something you make every other sunday. ITs something you make like once a year for a special occasion. An absolute trial of skill, a cake complicated as hell, and after the hours, eating is like the Crescendo of the opera

    • @Warmness
      @Warmness 5 місяців тому +1

      “You do not make it every Sunday”
      *My brain wants to have a word with you* 😂

  • @jessicabianco391
    @jessicabianco391 Рік тому +22

    Absolutely amazing! I made this cake for my husband's birthday and it was phenomenal. I followed your steps exactly and it came out more delicious than I could have imagined. Thank you so much for the video and detailed instructions!

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      I’m so happy to hear that!!🥰 Thank you so much for letting me know. He’s a lucky husband!😉

  • @maracer56
    @maracer56 Рік тому +7

    Потрясающе! Умею и люблю готовить, но это-шедевр мастера... И снято великолепно. Спасибо за эстетическое удовольствие !!

  • @Curioinfinity
    @Curioinfinity Рік тому +6

    My two year old daughter and I love pretending to eat the wonderful pastries you demonstrate making here. Thank you!

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому +2

      Aww you guys are so sweet🥰

    • @olgabaker6525
      @olgabaker6525 3 місяці тому

      Genius! That’s the way to “enjoy “ it and stay slender! 😁👍

  • @melinda395
    @melinda395 4 місяці тому +1

    What can i say - i’m speechless till the end. Even your writing on the cake is superb!

  • @sheriespinosa1037
    @sheriespinosa1037 6 місяців тому +1

    BRAVO!!! I’m confident mine would not turn out that way but I’m going to try. What beautiful art you place on a plate. Thank you for sharing.

  • @anetakowal8151
    @anetakowal8151 4 місяці тому +1

    I've watched a lot of your videos. You are excellent and very talented Chef. May God bless your work and your family.

  • @abdulqaiyumsheikh3378
    @abdulqaiyumsheikh3378 2 місяці тому +1

    Just wonderful and beautiful

  • @jolyfood8761
    @jolyfood8761 3 місяці тому +2

    O WOW!!!!!- ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC 🌹

  • @everardohuerta7778
    @everardohuerta7778 10 місяців тому +1

    just beautiful

  • @beyummy
    @beyummy Рік тому +10

    Im watching this again there is just something about your recipes and way of baking that makes me wanna watch everytime,can't wait to see what you have to share next 🤩

  • @MohamedAshraf-dp5bw
    @MohamedAshraf-dp5bw 14 днів тому

    Thank you for your wonderful recipes. You inspired me because I work in this field ❤

  • @DoceriaImperial
    @DoceriaImperial 9 місяців тому +2

    Thank you ❤ ficou simplesmente perfeito!!

  • @codycodes2
    @codycodes2 3 місяці тому

    God bless this woman

  • @ThomasThayer-kw5ec
    @ThomasThayer-kw5ec 26 днів тому

    Great Job, I am very impressed with your Site. recipes and techniques are comprehensive and flawless, I have been a Chef for 50 years and have learned a lot from you in just one recipe. Thank you !!!

  • @cherifariane3181
    @cherifariane3181 10 місяців тому +1

    Grand cheffe bravo

  • @user-bp2mi3no6m
    @user-bp2mi3no6m 2 дні тому

    Ohh beautiful thank you for shearing

  • @rodrigosoares8645
    @rodrigosoares8645 7 місяців тому +2

    Adorei o vídeo,muito intuito e explica todo o processo de maneira clara e transparente! Fácil entendimento.

  • @kanellita
    @kanellita 5 місяців тому +1

    You are so talented and resourceful ♡

  • @noushinmunir1875
    @noushinmunir1875 7 місяців тому +1

    tremendous recipe

  • @zeeibrahim
    @zeeibrahim Рік тому +1

    That look AMAZING! Definitely going to try the recipe. Thank you for sharing!

  • @rosaelinav8036
    @rosaelinav8036 5 місяців тому +1

    My favorite cake♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @MargaretsMakeandBake
    @MargaretsMakeandBake Рік тому +12

    Aya,
    Your opera cake is perfectly proportioned and looks so tempting to try. You always take such care with your bakes and I really enjoy your videos...
    Looking forward to your next recipe...👍

  • @mariaivonedealmeidadondoni4565

    Perfect sensational! Thank you so much for the wonderful tutorial ❤️😍👏👏👏👏👏

  • @saadamiens
    @saadamiens 10 місяців тому +1

    exceptional

  • @AndreaMerchak
    @AndreaMerchak 2 місяці тому

    Looks delicious!!! 😋😋😋

  • @evgeniashvedova1549
    @evgeniashvedova1549 11 місяців тому +2

    It's fantastically perfect!!! Good job!

  • @user-vi9su7ms4s
    @user-vi9su7ms4s 2 місяці тому

    Magnifique bravo.

  • @waniokoye1295
    @waniokoye1295 Рік тому +2

    Woah! Beautiful. Thank you for another amazing recipe. Your French buttercream and Macaron recipes have become a staple in my baking. Not the easiest but certainly the tastiest and worth the extra effort! 💜

  • @chanmabel2538
    @chanmabel2538 Рік тому +1

    Wow! I have been waiting for this cake recipe. Thanks very much , pretty lady ,😁🙏🏼👏🏼.

  • @haimaelsayed
    @haimaelsayed 9 місяців тому +2

    Hello Aya, can we replace cognac with something non alcoholic in the recipe? Thanks!

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  9 місяців тому +1

      Hi! So far, I only liked cognac but you can also omit it.

  • @sabrinafung3155
    @sabrinafung3155 Рік тому +1

    Perfect, amazing and thank you showing us.

  • @mairelenapolescabrera7684
    @mairelenapolescabrera7684 10 місяців тому +1

    The best recipe I've got,absolutely gorgeous and tasty

  • @abdulazizalobaidi8734
    @abdulazizalobaidi8734 8 місяців тому +1

    thank you

  • @DAVI10370
    @DAVI10370 7 місяців тому +1

    Adorei o video

  • @samaracaetano9058
    @samaracaetano9058 7 місяців тому +1

    Adorei o vídeo ❤

  • @wellingtonbarbosa2207
    @wellingtonbarbosa2207 7 місяців тому +1

    Amei o vídeo ❤

  • @allenkarlecyo3810
    @allenkarlecyo3810 7 місяців тому +1

    Adorei o vídeo!

  • @akampayasin3122
    @akampayasin3122 9 місяців тому +1

    Nice one

  • @Levisgenie
    @Levisgenie Рік тому +1

    This looks great Aya. Thank you for sharing and for all the tips. You make it look so easy to make. I'm going to make this over the weekend. I love Opera Cake 🥰

  • @beyummy
    @beyummy Рік тому +2

    Stunning 🤩 all in your own kitchen...I feel inspired

  • @wilbur63wb
    @wilbur63wb Рік тому +2

    Wow! What a great video! I just made my first Opera Cake a couple months ago. It was so fun! And so delicious! It took me a couple days but I did it.
    Yours turned out so beautiful! Thanks for another awesome video!
    And BTW, loved the soundtrack! 🎵🎶

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      Thank you! Congrats for your first opera cake!!! Kanpai to your hard work👏🏻 & thanks about music🎶

  • @cutiepawsa876
    @cutiepawsa876 Рік тому +1

    WOW times a thousand. U r amazing best I have seen. When u were cutting the edges I was thinking god wish I was there I would take them off your hands. Yum

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      Haha😂 my daughter might did that if she was there!
      Thank you so much🙏🏻

  • @katiag1235
    @katiag1235 Рік тому +1

    Looks heavenly 🙌🙌👏🏻👏🏻

  • @ranyagabriele8541
    @ranyagabriele8541 7 місяців тому

    Ficou perfeito

  • @alice2cake
    @alice2cake Рік тому +1

    Amaizing! As always! 🌟

  • @mojganshahaby4588
    @mojganshahaby4588 11 місяців тому +1

    Every piece of your work phenomenal i can't thank enough.i will try and let you know

  • @rimanouri6435
    @rimanouri6435 Рік тому

    Amazing . So elegant 😍

  • @lamare83
    @lamare83 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for a great recipe and easy to follow video. I made this today for my son’s birthday and am super happy with how it turned out. It did take about 5 hours of intense labor)) but totally worth it.

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  11 місяців тому

      I'm so happy it turned out great! Thank you for sharing it. Applause to you!!! And happy birthday to him🎉🎉

  • @guilhermepereiracosta7332
    @guilhermepereiracosta7332 7 місяців тому +2

    Sensacional

  • @Chamindo7
    @Chamindo7 2 місяці тому

    WOW! That was beautiful! We enjoyed the video.
    Arigato. : )

  • @user-gg1he2el9i
    @user-gg1he2el9i Рік тому +2

    I was waiting !! The cake you make!
    I was looking forward to seeing what you would make next 🍰
    Fashionable 👍✨ It seems that there are various processes and it takes time,
    The person who eats it will feel happy ❣
    Chocolate, coffee, mocha butter cream, ganache, etc…
    A variety of flavors will spread in your mouth!! That`s excellent 👍😍

  • @majidkashani4257
    @majidkashani4257 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful.

  • @aminakassim7741
    @aminakassim7741 Рік тому +1

    Hureeee!!!! Yummy yummy dear

  • @moore4488
    @moore4488 Рік тому +1

    You are amazing... you bake with so much ❤️ 😍

  • @korenng5553
    @korenng5553 Рік тому +1

    😋 yum...it's hard to resist!

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      Thank you😋

    • @NikitaKolenko
      @NikitaKolenko Рік тому

      @@PastryLivingwithAya It does look tasty! Although, I'm seeing many people calling it the 'king of chocolate cakes', yet there seems to be much coffee and relatively little chocolate, is it not overwhelmingly coffee? Would you say this cake is a good option if looking for a chocolate birthday cake? Also, in case I am going to be trying this out, could you specify what percent fat was your heavy cream? Where I'm from we rarely have anything above 33%, so I was wondering how I should compensate if yours is above that. Would just adding more chocolate work to thicken it? And one more, how much of a difference do you think the cognac makes in the syrup? I'm thinking of making this for a birthday and there will likely be kids eating it so I'm not sure adding cognac would be appropriate (though maybe boiling it for a bit to cook off the alcohol is an option?).
      EDIT. This turned out to be a lengthy comment in hindsight 😅 Hope you don't mind me bombarding you with questions like this.

  • @spt1421
    @spt1421 Рік тому +1

    Drink water. Delicious chef

  • @jacksonrodriguesalmeida5116
    @jacksonrodriguesalmeida5116 7 місяців тому

    Bela receita

  • @laurasharp7955
    @laurasharp7955 Рік тому +1

    There's only one word. "Exquisite" 🥧🍰😋

  • @user-vo6fn7ny5h
    @user-vo6fn7ny5h 2 місяці тому

    Okay there’s only one ☝️ word to describe this sight 😮is WOW WOW WOW ❤

  • @HangPham-jd2oz
    @HangPham-jd2oz 3 місяці тому

    Thanks

  • @Automedon2
    @Automedon2 Рік тому +1

    Perfection

  • @ivanrado3430
    @ivanrado3430 3 місяці тому

    Tis magnificent video and tutorial. Really enjoyed watching the video, almost as much you enjoyed your first bite.
    On the serious note. When you said "oil" for chocolate. What kind of oil? When I experimented with chocolate there was four ingredients that put chocolate flavours out more. Vanilla, salt, coffee and olive oil. Are you using neutral oil or olive oil for chocolate?

  • @user-vt6ms9vd6q
    @user-vt6ms9vd6q Рік тому +1

    Now I'm trying with this recipe.. I just finished buttercream and It is soooo delicious!!!! now I'm going to make chocolate ganache. Thank you for this fantastic recipe!!

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      Awesome〜🥰 I’m so glad!! Hope you guys enjoyed the completed cake as well❤️ Great job👏🏻👏🏻

  • @user-yu5rx7cr4y
    @user-yu5rx7cr4y 2 місяці тому

    Ms Aya Opera cake your cake looks beautiful , Chocó coffee , Liquelcol , Butter cream , nice mix . ❤ . From Lillian

  • @DiaDia18
    @DiaDia18 Рік тому +1

    Very nice recipie Aya! They looks amazing! Have a nice day and good month! 👍👏🍫🍫🍫

  • @sheetal1626
    @sheetal1626 5 місяців тому +1

    Hmm, yes what a delicious😋 I took a small piece, hope you never mind 😃. Awesome. 🙏

  • @anitatandjaya2281
    @anitatandjaya2281 Рік тому +1

    Amazing 😍

  • @lauramaples5686
    @lauramaples5686 2 місяці тому

    💜🙏🏼 Bravo! 🥰

  • @rosanostefani8988
    @rosanostefani8988 7 місяців тому

    Criatividade é fundamental ele aliar os sabores. Vou fazer para descobrir os sabores

  • @fatpanda7556
    @fatpanda7556 8 місяців тому

    Hey aya. Almond flour is really expensive here. I however have homemade almond butter. Can I use that instead ?

  • @anapaulacrawford5837
    @anapaulacrawford5837 11 місяців тому +1

    Talking about perfection without a doubt! I don't know if I got the patience ..😅 maybe one day I will try to do this beautiful delicious opera cake .

  • @soniam.7258
    @soniam.7258 Рік тому +1

    La torta opera non è facile da fare..ma tu sei super brava, non deludi mai!!! 🥰

  • @romanfrantiseksenkerik8904
    @romanfrantiseksenkerik8904 Рік тому +1

    Sooo nice❗🔝👌👍👏

  • @LucinalvaLuziaFernandes
    @LucinalvaLuziaFernandes 7 місяців тому

    Parece waffle de tão lindo

  • @RathoreBeautyNature2297
    @RathoreBeautyNature2297 7 місяців тому

    Very nice, Aya
    I am also bakery chef, but your processing is very good👍

  • @clocky4209
    @clocky4209 2 місяці тому

    That cake looks absolutely heavenly! I wish I could put my hand in the screen and just grab a slice for myself!
    Also your accent is very interesting and elegant! I hope you don't mind me asking, but where are you from?

  • @jaenacorona8712
    @jaenacorona8712 Рік тому

    This looks amazing !! Would love to see you do a video on cream puffs and eclairs 🥺♥️

  • @quothraven7207
    @quothraven7207 Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @jamesoliver6625
    @jamesoliver6625 Рік тому

    Thank you for going this way as I'm not that bit of a chocolate fan and I'm on a keto regime right now (old men and their doctors often clash). I can enjoy your video without breaking down and making something just because. I am making candied and dried cherries for something right now but it's likely for my grandkids so I'm not tempted.

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      I totally understand! Health always comes first😊 I’m glad you enjoyed watching it though!!! Thank you.

  • @bhavnitjohal1501
    @bhavnitjohal1501 Рік тому

    Can you please tell the variation in coffee measurements for both coffee syrup and mocha buttercream if one is using instant coffee. Thanks.

  • @hasanalhasan7237
    @hasanalhasan7237 11 місяців тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @ohihsh9722
    @ohihsh9722 Рік тому

    Hi dear,
    U nd yr recipes r outstanding.
    Love to follow Yr recipes.

  • @vybui3486
    @vybui3486 Рік тому

  • @mohamedfazlon6240
    @mohamedfazlon6240 Рік тому

    If it’s you who is making the video, I have to watch. Legit!

  • @drnassylbb478
    @drnassylbb478 Рік тому

    Wooow

  • @zabinayassim6104
    @zabinayassim6104 Рік тому

    After all that work you deserved a big slice of that cake😄. Cake looks delicious.

  • @ThomasGentile
    @ThomasGentile Рік тому

    awesome

  • @margaridabaptista5831
    @margaridabaptista5831 Рік тому

    Hello Aya you are really awesome.
    Sending you and Ray kisses from Portugal 🇵🇹❤️

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      Thank you😊 Thanks for watching from Portugal!

    • @deqatones8770ash
      @deqatones8770ash 4 місяці тому

      오페라 케이크를 만들기 위해서는 여러 단계를 거쳐야 하는데, 아몬드 가루를 다른 재료로 대체할 수 있는데, 중요한 것은 달콤한 오페라 케이크를 만들 수 있다는 점입니다.

  • @user-Jab1000
    @user-Jab1000 2 місяці тому

    For the almond flour and the powder sugar is it only 100g?

  • @josipstrekelj
    @josipstrekelj 7 місяців тому

    just wander would it work with tia maria better

  • @simonepedro8929
    @simonepedro8929 7 місяців тому

    ❤😮

  • @brutalmadness9099
    @brutalmadness9099 Рік тому

    Gorgeous ;))

  • @linhvu1903
    @linhvu1903 Рік тому

    Hello Aya! Could I use dark chocolate 70%? That's what I have at the moment. Thank you so much for all your recipes!

  • @honeyn86
    @honeyn86 Рік тому

    Thank you Aya for the opera recipe it looks delicious 😋can I replace the 100g cognac with something else please? If yes, what do you recommend?

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  Рік тому

      Welcome☺️ You can add some more coffee liquid!

    • @honeyn86
      @honeyn86 Рік тому

      @@PastryLivingwithAya thank you 🙏

  • @sarahsutube
    @sarahsutube 6 місяців тому

    It's such a beautiful cake. Is chocolate millionaire the same?

  • @marigoldflower4264
    @marigoldflower4264 9 місяців тому

    Will the buttercream be safe to eat with the raw egg yolks? I’m making this rn and wanted to be sure it’s safe! Thanks!

    • @PastryLivingwithAya
      @PastryLivingwithAya  9 місяців тому

      It's safe as it's heated enough to make the coffee anglaise sauce. But if you feel concerned, I recommend using pasteurized eggs.

  • @user-vo6fn7ny5h
    @user-vo6fn7ny5h 2 місяці тому

    lol 😂 Aya you are going to be on a caffeine high from this exquisitely made Opera Cake and girl you have definitely deserved it I would love to know how exactly it took too make?