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Online course
by Marusya Manko
In this course, you will learn to bake simple yet exquisite cakes that are tender, moist, and perfectly balanced in flavor. The course includes a great deal of theoretical learning, as well as plenty of hands-on practice in making different types of cakes, frostings, and fillings. It is designed for individuals who not only want to master their baking technique and acquire the perfect recipe but also for those who aim to understand recipes as if they were another language.
1
Flavor Profile: refreshing, citrusy, sweet and sour, intriguing.
This seemingly simple cake, made with layers of lemon cake and frosting, will impress you with its perfectly balanced and rich taste. It features an explosive lemon tartness and the exquisite white chocolate sweetness, with an intriguing rosemary aftertaste.
Components:
• lemon cake with lemon zest and vanilla paste;
• lemon-rosemary syrup;
• lemon-rosemary frosting made with lemon-rosemary curd, white chocolate, and mascarpone;
• white chocolate ganache frosting;
• whipped ganache made with lemon zest, Limoncello liqueur, mascarpone, and vanilla for decorating.
2
Flavor Profile: creamy, strawberry, chocolate aftertaste.
Upon the first indulgent bite, experience the delicate fluffiness of the Red Velvet cake, paired with the velvety smoothness of the cream cheese frosting that will make you forget everything else. Elevating the experience further is a fragrant strawberry compote, which presents a delightful twist to the classic Red Velvet flavor profile.
Components:
• delicate Red Velvet cake layers;
• fluffy cream cheese frosting with vanilla paste;
• strawberry compote with pieces of fresh strawberries;
• cream cheese frosting and ganache for two-step cake coating;
• delicate creamy frosting and juicy strawberries décor.
3
Flavor Profile: caramel, spiced, nutty, citrusy.
You will experience the unique flavor of this carrot cake with delicately spiced notes, perfectly complemented by creamy frosting and a layer of silky salted caramel. The beautifully moist carrot cakes, infused with the aroma of orange zest and crunchy walnuts, pair impeccably with generous layers of light, creamy, and tangy frosting and sweet caramel, promising you moments of unforgettable pleasure.
Components:
• spiced carrot cake with orange zest and nuts;
• sour cream frosting with vanilla;
• salted caramel filling;
• cream cheese frosting for cake coating;
• cream cheese frosting for decorating.
4
Flavor Profile: tart cherry, crispy, creamy, vanilla.
The cake features a tender and moist poppyseed cake with aromatic lemon zest and a generous amount of poppyseeds for a satisfying crunch in every bite. The irresistible “Malibu” frosting, made with silky ganache and delicate mascarpone, with heady coconut flavors emitted by the famous liqueur, gives the cake a unique aroma and flavor. You will not be able to tear yourself away!
Components:
• poppyseed cake with lemon zest;
• “Malibu” frosting with a white chocolate base, mascarpone, Malibu rum liquor, and vanilla bean;
• tart cherry compote;
• poppyseed ganache coating;
• whipped ganache with mascarpone and Malibu rum for decorating.
5
Flavor Profile: chocolate, coffee, sweet and sour, muscat.
The unusual yet harmonious combination of sweet and tangy black currants intertwines with the aromatic embrace of coffee, creating refined undertones of rare Italian wine. Delicate chocolate coffee sponge infused with the bold essence of Espresso and Kahlua liqueur, fluffy black current frosting, and black currant confit, with just a touch of muscat flavor, create a captivating contrast of refreshing berry tanginess against the robust bitterness of coffee and chocolate.
Components:
• chocolate-coffee sponge cake;
• coffee and cream soaking syrup with Kahlua coffee liqueur;
• creamy black currant frosting;
• black currant confit;
• black currant ganache for coating;
• whipped black currant ganache for decorating.
6
Flavor Profile: pistachio, rich and abundant, slightly tart.
Tender and moist pistachio layers harmonize perfectly with luscious white chocolate frosting, creating a symphony of flavor that delights the senses. The decadent pistachio ganache lends a rich depth of taste, perfectly complementing the vibrant tartness of indulgently refreshing succulent raspberries, which add a delightful contrast to the subtle nuttiness of the pistachio cakes and frosting.
Components:
• tender and rich pistachio cake made with pistachio paste and pistachio flour;
• silky pistachio frosting made with pistachio ganache and mascarpone;
• raspberry confit with pieces of fresh raspberries;
• rich and scrumptious pistachio ganache filling;
• pistachio ganache with cream cheese coating;
• whipped pistachio ganache with mascarpone for decorating.
7
Flavor Profile: chocolaty, coffee, alcoholic, bold flavors.
This cake features a trendy combination of chocolate, coffee, and liqueur. The delicate chocolate sponge cake offers a unique, slightly bitter taste infused with the recognizable notes of Baileys Irish Cream liqueur. With its two types of coffee frostings, this cake invites endless admiration and enjoyment of every slice.
Components:
• chocolate sponge cake made with milk chocolate;
• coffee flavored soak with Baileys liqueur;
• milk chocolate and coffee ganache frosting;
• sweet cream and coffee flavor ganache frosting with mascarpone;
• dark and bittersweet chocolate ganache for coating;
• whipped dark chocolate ganache with Baileys liqueur for decorating.
8
Flavor Profile: tropical, pineapple, coconut, alcoholic, vanilla.
A delicate sponge cake made with coconut and almond flavors, perfectly paired with a silky frosting that simply melts in the mouth and releases an aroma of pineapple, coconut milk and brandy notes. The bright and familiar flavor reminds you of palm trees and a hot tropical summer.
Components:
• almond-coconut sponge cake;
• coconut soak with Piña Colada liqueur;
• pineapple compote with fresh pineapple pieces;
• “Piña Colada” frosting;
• pineapple ganache for coating;
• whipped ganache with mascarpone and Piña Colada liqueur for decorating.