MasterChef Grand Final Cooking Presentation Notes

Introduction

• Devina Hermawan hosts the show.
• Guest: Audrey from MCI 7.
• Discussion about the competition and Jerry's performance.
• Audrey is the runner-up but still celebrated for her achievements.

Audrey's Dish: Klepon Cake

• Components of the Cake:
  • Pandan sponge
  • Coconut whipped cream
  • Coconut crumble
  • Palm sugar sauce

Ingredients

• For the Cake:

  • Whipping cream
  • Coconut cream
  • Palm sugar blocks
  • Sugar, pastry flour, cream of tartar, oil, pandan milk
  • Green food coloring, eggs

• For the Coconut Whipped Cream:

  • Whipping cream, coconut milk, coconut flesh, sugar, gelatin

Cooking Process

1. Palm Sugar Sauce:

   • Shave palm sugar thinly for quicker melting.
   • Cook with coconut milk on low heat to avoid splitting.
   • Add salt for savory flavor.

2. Blooming Gelatin:

   • Use cold water to soak gelatin to activate.

3. Coconut Whipped Cream:

   • Blend coconut flesh with warm coconut milk and gelatin.

4. Making the Crumble:

   • Combine dry ingredients (flour, almond powder, desiccated coconut) with butter.
   • Bake at 175°C for 10-15 minutes.

5. Making the Sponge:

   • Separate egg yolks and whites.
   • Create meringue by adding cream of tartar and sugar in stages.
   • Mix wet ingredients separately then combine with flour and food coloring.
   • Fold meringue into the batter carefully.

6. Baking Process:

   • Bake sponge at 160°C to avoid browning.

7. Cooling and Assembly:

   • Let the cake cool before frosting with coconut whipped cream.

8. Final Touches:

   • Serve deconstructed dessert plate with remaining ingredients.

Tips and Tricks

• Use room temperature eggs for better meringue.
• Ensure whipping cream is chilled for optimal expansion.
• Follow measurements strictly for best results in baking.

Discussion & Conclusion

• Talk about the importance of presentation and flavor in desserts.
• Encourage viewers to explore and innovate in dessert making.
• Promote Devina's book "Indonesian Fusion Foods" for inspiration in modernizing local cuisine.

Closing Remarks

• Thank Audrey for participating and sharing her recipe.
• Remind viewers to subscribe, follow on social media, and try making the Klepon Cake at home.

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Note: This presentation emphasizes simplicity, flavor, and the importance of technique in baking.