Barozzi Cake
4 servings
60 minutes
The Barozzi cake is a true Italian masterpiece from the city of Vignola. This dessert was created in honor of the famous architect Jacopo Barozzi and has become one of the culinary symbols of the region over the years. It has a rich dark chocolate flavor highlighted by the aroma of ground almonds and black coffee. The cake's unique texture is moist and dense yet airy, thanks to carefully whipped egg whites. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of espresso or a glass of dessert wine. Barozzi is not just a cake; it's a story that connects tradition and exquisite taste. It is enjoyed as a special treat and sometimes served with berries or powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Keep the almonds (peeled) in it for 4 minutes. Then grind or finely chop them.
- Almond: 100 g
2
Melt the chocolate in a water bath.
- Dark chocolate: 300 g
3
Whisk the yolks with sugar. Add ground almonds, chocolate, coffee, and confectioners' sugar.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Sugar: 1.5 glass
- Almond: 100 g
- Dark chocolate: 300 g
- Black coffee: 50 g
- Confectioner's sugar: 1 tablespoon
4
Whip the egg whites separately to stiff peaks, then combine with the chocolate mixture, gently folding with a spatula.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
5
Pour the mixture into a greased small mold. Preheat the oven to 165 degrees and bake the cake for 45-50 minutes. Be sure to let it cool. Dust with powdered sugar. Optionally, you can decorate with berries.
- Powdered sugar: to taste