Classic French Opera Cake

Indulge in the grandeur of this iconic French dessert, featuring layers of delicate sponge cake, velvety coffee buttercream, and rich chocolate ganache! Here’s a simplified recipe:

Ingredients:

– For the Sponge Cake:

– 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour

– 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar

– 3 large eggs, separated

– 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

– For the Coffee Buttercream:

– 1 cup (2 sticks or 226g) unsalted butter, softened

– 3 cups (360g) confectioners’ sugar

– 3 tablespoons instant coffee dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water

– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

– For the Chocolate Ganache:

– 1 cup (226g) semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

– 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream

– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Directions: