A Sweet Treat to Try at Home: Daim Cake
If you're a fan of the sweet treats available at the Ikea cafeteria, then you've probably already tasted their famous Daim cake. Now, why not try making this delicious dessert at home? With the right ingredients and a bit of patience, you can recreate this beloved treat in your own kitchen.
Ingredients You'll Need
To make the Daim cake, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 shortcrust pastry sheet
- Daim cream:
- 3.5 ounces Daim candy
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 6 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup cream
- 4.5 ounces sweetened condensed milk
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1 vanilla bean
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Ganache:
- 3.5 ounces Daim candy
- 3.5 ounces milk chocolate
- 1/4 cup cream
Materials Required
Before you start, make sure you have the following materials ready:
- 9-inch springform pan
Step-by-Step Preparation
Step 1
Place the shortcrust pastry in the springform pan. If the edges are too high, fold them over. Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust or place weights like beans on top. Pre-bake the pastry for 15 minutes at 350°F (180°C).
Step 2
Beat the egg yolks with the sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. In a saucepan, bring the cream, milk, and sweetened condensed milk to a boil. Add the seeds from the vanilla bean. Once the mixture starts boiling, pour it into the egg yolk mixture.
Step 3
Pour the mixture into the pre-baked pie crust. Roughly chop 3.5 ounces of Daim candy and mix it into the cream.
Step 4
Bake the mixture for 35 minutes at 280°F (140°C). Allow the cake to cool completely after baking.
Step 5
For the ganache, bring the cream to a boil. Pour the hot cream over the pieces of milk chocolate. Stir until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous. Pour the ganache over the cooled cake. Top it with 3.5 ounces of chopped Daim candy. Let it cool completely.
Step 6
Once the cake is fully cooled, gently unmold it from the springform pan. Your homemade Daim cake is now ready to enjoy!
Tips for Success
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a regular pie dish instead.
- Letting the cake cool completely before adding the ganache ensures that the layers set properly.
Other Dessert Ideas
If you're looking for more dessert inspiration, here are some other options you might want to try:
- Cantonese style radish cake – a savory twist on a traditional dish.
- "Portuguese-Olhão style" folar – a special Easter cake with unique flavors.
- Pistachio chestnut chocolate opera style cake – a rich and indulgent treat.
