Haute Lapis Legit

Ingredients

Haute Lapis Legit elevates the traditional Indonesian dessert by incorporating haute cuisine techniques and ingredients. The recipe focuses on enhancing the flavors and textures, using premium quality butter, aromatic spices, and a meticulous layering process. The presentation is refined, with precise and even layers that showcase the sophistication of haute cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Lapis legit, so you can check it out.

• 500g (4 cups) unsalted butter, at room temperature 500g (4 cups) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 300g (1 ½ cups) granulated sugar 300g (1 ½ cups) granulated sugar
• 12 large eggs, separated 12 large eggs, separated
• 200g (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour 200g (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp vanilla extract

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1885 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 30g, 18g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 25g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a rectangular baking pan with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3.
   Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. 4.
   In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
6. 6.
   In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
7. 7.
   Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until fully incorporated.
8. 8.
   Stir in the vanilla extract.
9. 9.
   Pour a thin layer of batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
10. 10.
    Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the layer is lightly golden.
11. 11.
    Repeat the process, adding and baking each layer until all the batter is used.
12. 12.
    Once the final layer is baked, let the cake cool completely in the pan before removing and slicing into neat squares.
13. 13.
    Serve the Haute Lapis Legit at room temperature and enjoy its exquisite flavors.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Butter — Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy creaming and a smooth batter.
• Eggs — Separate the eggs carefully, ensuring no traces of yolk mix with the whites for successful beating.

Tips & Tricks

• To achieve perfectly even layers, use a kitchen scale to measure the batter for each layer.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean and neat cuts.
• For an extra touch of elegance, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Haute Lapis Legit as a standalone dessert or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for added indulgence.

Presentation advice

Present the Haute Lapis Legit on a sleek white platter, allowing the intricate layers to take center stage. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar and a sprig of fresh mint for a touch of sophistication.