Chocolate Royal with Hazelnut Dacquoise and Mirror Glaze

Recipe by Ludo's Workshops

An elegant chocolate royal composed of a hazelnut dacquoise, a praline crunchy layer, a silky chocolate mousse, and a cocoa mirror glaze. Decorated with a dark chocolate disc and a touch of golden spray, this cake is perfect for special occasions.

HardFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
1h 27m
Prep
28m
Cook
14m
Cleanup
2h 9m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$16.55
Per serving:$2.07

Critical Success Points

  • Fold the powders into the meringue without deflating it
  • Cook the custard at 90 °C until it coats the spatula
  • Let the ganache cool to obtain the shiny core
  • Freeze the royal for at least 4 hours before glazing
  • Apply the mirror glaze at 30 °C for a smooth finish

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot sugar and 103 °C syrup – risk of burns.
  • Melt the chocolate in a bain‑marie to avoid overheating.
  • Wear kitchen gloves when unmolding the frozen cake.

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