Cake Rolls
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups finely ground almonds
chopped cherries, crystallized citrus peel, and chopped almonds (for garnish)
Whipped Cream
1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
3 large egg yolks
1 cup marshmallow creme (Kibon brand)
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup heavy cream, whipped
Cake Rolls
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups finely ground almonds
chopped cherries, crystallized citrus peel, and chopped almonds (for garnish)
Whipped Cream
1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
3 large egg yolks
1 cup marshmallow creme (Kibon brand)
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup heavy cream, whipped
Beat the egg whites until stiff and add a pinch of salt
Add the butter gradually and continue beating until firm
Add the ground almonds
Cut cake rolls to 20 cm diameter (about 10 rolls), spread the mixture evenly on each roll (the mixture should be about 1/2 cm thick)
Garnish one of the rolls with cherries, chopped almonds, and crystallized citrus peel
Bake in a very low oven for 35 minutes or more
Let the rolls cool and remove the paper. Reserve
Prepare the whipped cream: melt the chocolate in a double boiler
Beat the egg yolks until well-whipped and add them to the chocolate, stirring constantly
Combine the marshmallow creme with water and almond extract
Add the chocolate to the mixture
Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes or until the mixture falls from a spoon in large drops
Then, add the whipped cream
Take one of the rolls, place it on a plate
Spread whipped cream and cover with another roll
Repeat this process until the decorated roll is the last
Use the remaining whipped cream to decorate the sides of the cake
Make this cake in advance, as it should be refrigerated for about 10-12 hours
Before serving the cake, you can drizzle a little maraschino or any liquor of your preference.