Ingredients for Charlotte Royale Aka Brain Cake
- Jelly Sponge Rolls
- Gelatin Powder
- Whole Milk
- Vanilla Essence
- 4 large egg yolks
- ½ cup icing sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Whipping Cream
- Berries
- Liqueur
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How to Make Charlotte Royale Aka Brain Cake
- Cut the cakes into approximately 1.5cm slices.
- Generously butter a medium-sized bowl (at least 2-quart capacity). Arrange 1.5cm slices of jam roll around the inside, fitting them tightly to prevent custard leakage.
- Reserve some cake slices for the top garnish.
- Refrigerate the prepared bowl until ready to fill.
- **If using gelatin:** Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of gelatin over 3 tablespoons of cold water. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Heat 2 cups of milk with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract over medium heat.
- Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm milk and stir continuously until completely dissolved and gently brought to a simmer. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- While cooling, whisk together 4 large egg yolks, ½ cup of icing sugar, and a pinch of salt until pale and thick.
- Gradually whisk the yolk mixture into the warm milk, stirring constantly.
- Continue stirring over gentle heat until the custard coats the back of a spoon. Do not boil.
- Pour the custard into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until cold and slightly thickened.
- While the custard chills, whip 2 cups of heavy cream until it begins to thicken. Add ¼ cup of icing sugar and continue whipping to soft peaks.
- Gently fold in ½ cup of your favorite fruit puree or liqueur (optional).
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the chilled custard until just combined.
- Pour the custard mixture into the prepared bowl, top with reserved cake slices, and chill overnight.
- To unmold, briefly dip the bowl in warm water. Cover with a serving plate and invert gently.
- Tap the bottom of the bowl to release the cake.
- Garnish with whipped cream and fresh fruit, if desired.
- **For vegetarian option (using agar-agar):** Follow steps 6-11, substituting 4 teaspoons of agar-agar powder for the gelatin. Ensure the agar-agar is fully dissolved before removing from heat. Proceed with steps 12-19.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
41g
Carbs
2g
