The cherry charlotte is a dessert that exudes elegance and tradition. It’s not just a pleasure for the palate but also a feast for the eyes: a crown of soft sponge cake slices filled with cherry jam surrounds a creamy heart of vanilla sauce, creating an irresistible contrast between sweetness and freshness.
The charlotte has ancient and noble origins, created to delight the palates of European aristocracy. This dessert is named after Queen Charlotte, wife of George III of England, and over time, it has traveled through the courts and patisseries of the world, reinventing itself in countless variations.
The magic of this dessert lies in its composition: the sponge cake base is carefully prepared, made soft and fragrant to welcome the sweet cherry jam. Once filled, it is cut into slices and precisely arranged inside the mold to form a delicious frame. But the real surprise hides inside: a delicate vanilla sauce, offering an irresistible contrast with the intense flavor of the cherries.
The cherry charlotte is the perfect dessert for a special occasion: a family lunch, an elegant dinner, or simply a sweet moment to enjoy with loved ones. Its freshness makes it ideal for any season.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 6 Hours
- Preparation time: 50 Minutes
- Portions: 10People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 385.17 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 62.39 (g) of which sugars 43.13 (g)
- Proteins 5.90 (g)
- Fat 13.42 (g) of which saturated 1.87 (g)of which unsaturated 2.05 (g)
- Fibers 1.26 (g)
- Sodium 39.40 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 134 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Cherry Charlotte
- 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cups potato starch
- 1/2 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 package vanillin
- 1 package baking powder
- 15 oz cherry jam
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/3 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoons potato starch
- 0.4 oz gelatin
- 1 package vanillin
- 1 cup milk
Preparation of the Cherry Charlotte
Separate the egg whites from the yolks and whisk the latter with the sugar, vanillin, and water. Use an electric mixer and beat until you obtain a fluffy mixture.
Gradually add the sifted flour and potato starch.
Then, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and fold them into the batter. Finally, add the sifted baking powder and continue mixing for 5 minutes.
Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet, previously greased and lined with parchment paper. Level it well and bake at 392°F for 10 minutes.
Turn the sponge cake onto a towel sprinkled with powdered sugar and remove the parchment paper.
Now spread the cherry jam over the base and roll it up, using the towel to assist. Let it rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Mix the yolks with the sugar, vanillin, and starch. Then pour in the warm milk slowly and bring the sauce to heat, without bringing it to a boil.
Add the softened and squeezed gelatin and let it cool.
When the sauce is firm, fold in the whipped cream. Set aside a little cream for decoration.
Cut the roll into slices of the same thickness and use them to line a mold, covered with cling film.
Pour the vanilla sauce into the mold and level it well. Cover with the film and let it rest in the fridge for 6 hours.
Turn the cake onto a platter and decorate it with dollops of the remaining cream and candied cherries.
Keep the Cherry Charlotte in the fridge until ready to serve.
Storage
The Cherry Charlotte can be stored in the fridge in a suitable container for 3-4 days.
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FAQ
Can I make the cherry charlotte in advance?
Yes, you can prepare it the day before and store it in the refrigerator. In fact, by letting it rest, the flavors will blend even better.
Can I substitute the cherry jam with another type?
You can try raspberry, strawberry, or mixed berry jam. You can also use fresh fruit and blend it with sugar and lemon (7 oz of fruit, 3.5 oz of sugar, and lemon juice).
