Cherry charlotte is a dessert that exudes elegance and tradition. It’s not only a delight for the palate but also a feast for the eyes: a crown of soft slices of sponge cake filled with cherry jam wraps a creamy core 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 has traveled through the courts and pastry shops 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’s sliced and precisely arranged inside the mold to form a delicious frame. But the real surprise is hidden inside: a delicate vanilla sauce, offering an irresistible contrast with the intense flavor of the cherries.
Cherry charlotte is the perfect dessert for a special occasion: a family lunch, an elegant dinner, or simply a moment of sweetness to share with loved ones. Its freshness makes it ideal in any season.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 6 Hours
- Preparation time: 50 Minutes
- Portions: 10 People
- 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 cup flour
- 1/2 cup potato starch
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 packet vanillin
- 1 packet baking powder
- 15 oz cherry jam
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon potato starch
- 0.4 oz gelatin sheets
- 1 packet vanillin
- 1 cup milk
Preparation of the Cherry Charlotte
Separate the egg whites from the yolks and beat the yolks with the sugar, vanillin, and water. Use an electric mixer and whisk until you get a frothy mixture.
Gradually add the sifted flour and potato starch.
Then, beat the egg whites until stiff 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. Smooth it out and bake at 392°F, for 10 minutes.
Invert the sponge cake onto a cloth sprinkled with powdered sugar and remove the parchment paper.
Now spread the cherry jam on the base and roll it up, using the cloth to help. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Mix the yolks with sugar, vanillin, and potato starch. Then pour the hot milk in a thin stream and heat the sauce without bringing it to a boil.
Add the soaked and squeezed gelatin and let it cool.
When the sauce is thick, fold in the whipped cream. Save a little cream for decoration.
Cut the roll into slices of the same thickness and use them to line a mold covered with plastic wrap.
Pour the vanilla sauce into the mold and smooth it out. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6 hours.
Invert the cake onto a serving plate and decorate with dollops of the remaining cream and candied cherries.
Keep the Cherry Charlotte refrigerated until serving.
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 prepare the cherry charlotte in advance?
Yes, you can prepare it the day before and store it in the refrigerator. In fact, letting it rest will allow the flavors to blend even better.
Can I substitute the cherry jam with another one?
You can try raspberry, strawberry, or mixed berry jam. You can also use fresh fruit and blend it with sugar and lemon (200 g of fruit, 100 g of sugar, and lemon juice).
