Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for convection (350°F/177°C for conventional) and grease a 6" square cake pan (or multiple pans as needed for six layers). 2. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, 1 ...

Refrigerate the opera cake for two hours to set the layers and make it easier to trim. Trim the edges using a sharp knife to reveal the layers.

Method: For the chocolate ganache, pour the cream into a small pan and bring to a simmer. Meanwhile tip the chocolate into a heatproof bowl. Pour the cream over the chocolate and leave to stand ...

Traditionally, bakers will add a final flourish by writing the word "opera" in chocolate on the top of the cake. Recipes for opera cake abound online so you can try making it, if you're up for the ...

Beat whole eggs in a large bowl, and then add almond flour along with castor sugar and mix until just combined. Re-sift cake flour over batter and gently fold in. 2. Beat egg whites in a bowl with ...