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Strawberry And Cream Gateaux Recipe

Ingredients

How to make it

  • First of all make your favourite sponge cake and slice in half
  • Place half of the sponge into the bottom of a loose bottomed cake tin
  • Cut 15 strawberries in half lengthways and place the cut side up against the side of the tin, the rest lay on top of the base, then chill well.
  • Whip the egg yolks and whole egg over a pan of gently simmering water until thick, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the pan and whisk for a couple of minutes to cool slightly.
  • Pour the warmed eggs mixture onto the melted chocolate and whisk well.
  • When nearly incorporated, add half the cream and whisk really well.
  • Then finally add the rest of the cream and the rum (if used) you should end up with a very smooth, glossy texture.
  • Spoon straight away over the strawberry base, level out, tops with the remaining sponge and chill well.
  • Remove from tin carefully
  • To serve dust with icing sugar and cut into thick wedges.
  • Enjoy!

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