PINEAPPLE GATEAU

Preparation Method :

• Separate the egg yolks and the whites. Beat the whites for two minutes till stiff.
• Add the icing sugar one spoon at a time, beating well.
• Add the yolks one by one and the essence. Slowly add the boiling water and beat well.
• Sieve the flour and the baking powder.
• Fold the flour in the egg mixture using a spatula in batches, by dusting over the egg mixture.
• Grease the pan mould and dust with flour, pour the prepared batter and bake in a hot oven 180°C / 350°F for about 25 minutes. Allow to cool.
• Divide the cake horizontally into two parts. Sprinkle pineapple syrup over two halves.
• Beat the cream till light and fluffy. Add in the pineapple essence.
• Spread the cream over one layer and sprinkle some pineapple pieces.
• Top with the other layer. Cover the cake with the whipped cream. Decorate with pineapple pieces and a cherry in the centre. Chill the cake.