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Kinder Layer Cake

Recipe by Once Upon a Time Pastry

A spectacular birthday cake made with chocolate sponge, Kinder ganache, Nutella and Swiss meringue buttercream. Follow each detailed step to succeed with this elegant and indulgent dessert, even if you are a beginner in pastry.

MediumFrenchServes 10

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Source Video
10h 8m
Prep
27m
Cook
1h 16m
Cleanup
11h 51m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$14.89
Per serving:$1.49

Critical Success Points

  • Properly melt the Kinder ganache without burning it.
  • Achieve precise 50 °C during the Swiss meringue bain‑marie.
  • Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks.
  • Fold the whipped egg whites without breaking them.
  • Refrigerate the buttercream before decorating.
  • Stabilize the cake in the freezer before the final smoothing.

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful of burns when handling the bain‑marie and hot syrup.
  • Use kitchen gloves to handle hot pans.
  • Never leave the oven unattended while baking.

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