Name: Monte slices – Layered dessert with cocoa sponge and two creams
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 16
Ingredients: 5 medium eggs; 5 heaped tablespoons of granulated sugar; 5 heaped tablespoons of semi-coarse flour; 1 packet of baking powder; 2–3 tablespoons of cocoa (to taste); 2 tablespoons of hot water; 1 liter of semi-skimmed milk; 6 heaped tablespoons of granulated sugar; 8 tablespoons of corn starch; 200 g butter (room temperature); 200 g cooking chocolate; 200 g Nutella; 500 ml whipping cream (33 %)

Preparation procedure

Cocoa batter: Whisk the eggs with the sugar until thick and frothy. Add the flour mixed with the baking powder and cocoa. Finally fold in the hot water. Spread the batter onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake in an oven preheated to 180 °C for about 15 minutes. Let the baked sponge cool.
White cream: Heat the milk, sugar and corn starch in a saucepan until a thick pudding forms. After cooking, cool it in a cold water bath, stirring occasionally. Once cooled, beat in the butter, which must be the same temperature as the cream.
Chocolate cream: Melt the chocolate in a double boiler and stir in the Nutella. Let it cool slightly. Meanwhile whip the whipping cream until stiff and gradually fold in the chocolate mixture.
Assembling the dessert: Spread the white cream over the cooled sponge, smooth it, then layer the chocolate cream on top. You can decorate the surface using a fork or a sieve for a decorative effect.
Chilling and slicing: Let the dessert set in the refrigerator for at least 3–4 hours, ideally overnight. Before slicing, we recommend warming and wiping the knife so the cuts are perfectly clean.

Preparation time and number of servings

Total preparation time: approx. 1 hour + 4 hours chilling
Number of servings: 16–20 slices (depending on size)

Conclusion

Monte slices are a true experience for all the senses. The combination of cocoa sponge, the creamily smooth white cream and the rich chocolate cream with Nutella gives rise to a perfect dessert that will win over every guest. Prepare this elegant dessert at home and surprise your loved ones with a sweet creation that tastes and looks like it came from a patisserie.