Chajá is an iconic dessert from Uruguay, created in 1927 by Orlando Castellanos. This recipe is a variation similar to the original, made with sponge cake, peach syrup, dulce de leche, meringues, Chantilly cream, and fruit. Its flavor and presentation have made it a classic exported to several countries in the region.
In preparing the Chajá, a soft sponge cake base is combined with peach syrup that imparts a unique flavor.
The dulce de leche and meringues are layered to create a delicious texture.
The final touch is provided by Chantilly cream and fresh fruit, turning this dessert into a true experience for the palate.
Chajá
Ingredients
1 Sponge Cake
400 grams of Meringues
500 grams of Dulce de Leche
500 grams of Chantilly Cream
1 can of Peaches in Syrup
Cherries for Decoration
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this exquisite cake, start by cutting the sponge cake into two equal parts.
Step 2 : Next, moisten both parts with the peach syrup and spread dulce de leche on one of the halves.
Step 3 : Then, place the meringues as if they were another layer of cake over the dulce de leche, and add the Chantilly cream followed by the sliced peaches on top of the cream.
Step 4 : The other half of the sponge cake, moistened with the remaining syrup, will be used as a lid to cover the cake, which will be coated with Chantilly.
Step 5 : Finally, cover the entire cake with chopped meringues and decorate with peach wedges and cherries.
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