noun
- Plural of genoise; a light, spongy cake made with eggs, sugar, and flour, often used as a base for layered desserts.
Usage: culinary term; from French cuisine
Examples
- The pastry chef prepared several genoises for the wedding reception.
- Genoises are commonly used in French patisserie as a foundation for elaborate cakes.
- She layered the genoises with buttercream and fresh berries.
- The recipe calls for three thin genoises stacked with jam and whipped cream.
- Professional bakers often make genoises in advance and freeze them until needed.