Japonais floor templates

What are Japonais stencils?

Japonais stencils are special templates or stencils used in Japanese pastry making to create patterns on desserts and baked goods. These stencils often have intricate, detailed and ornate designs that can depict traditional Japanese elements such as cherry blossoms, fans, bamboo or geometric patterns. They are usually placed on the surface of the dessert or cake and then sprinkled with powdered sugar or cocoa powder to create the desired pattern. Japonais stencils are therefore an important tool in Japanese patisserie to create aesthetically pleasing and beautifully designed desserts.

In Switzerland, Japonais bases are used to make delicious cherry pie. In addition, with the help of the Japonais template, you can also make wafer-thin roulades or meringue.

What is Japonais for a pastry?

Japonais is a French pastry made of meringue and nuts. It is a crisp and light pastry that is often decorated with chocolate or other sweet fillings. Japonais means "Japanese" in French and the name probably refers to the exotic ingredients and appearance of the pastry.

How to make Japonais floors?

Japonais floors are a French pastry made of meringue, nuts and flour. Here is a simple recipe for Japonais floors:
Ingredients:
- 3 egg whites
- 100 g sugar
- 100 g ground almonds
- 50 g ground hazelnuts
- 30 g flour
- 50 g butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.Beat the egg whites in a bowl until stiff.
3. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until you get a shiny and firm meringue mixture.
4. Add the ground almonds, hazelnuts and flour and gently fold in.
5.Add the melted butter and also gently fold in until everything is well mixed.
6. Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth it out.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the base is golden brown and firm to the touch.
8. Remove the base from the oven and let it cool on a rack before using it further.
The Japonais bases can be used as a base for various desserts such as tarts or pastries.

For which pastries do you need a Japonais template?

A Japonais stencil is usually used for making meringue cakes, especially for decorating the bases. The pattern of the stencil is sprayed or brushed onto the meringue batter before it is baked. This gives the pastry a beautiful pattern and crisp texture.

What mistakes can happen in the production of Japonais?

Several mistakes can occur when making japonais, including:
1. Overbaked japonais: If the japonais are baked too long, they can become too hard and tough.
2. Underbaked japonais: If the japonais are not baked long enough, they can still be moist and sticky inside.
3.Too much sugar: If too much sugar is used, the japonais may become too sweet and overwhelm their taste.
4. Too little sugar: If too little sugar is used, the end result may be dry and tasteless.
5.. egg whites not beaten stiff enough: If the egg whites are not beaten stiff enough, the consistency of the japonais may not become light and airy.
6. Wrong temperature: If the japonais are baked at the wrong temperature, they may not cook properly on the inside or brown too quickly on the outside.
7. Wrong amount of almond flour: If the amount of almond flour is not measured correctly, it may affect the consistency of the japonais.
8. Air bubbles: If the dough is not stirred or patted properly, air bubbles may form during baking and affect the texture of the japonais.
These mistakes can affect the final result of the japonais and cause taste or texture problems. It therefore requires some practice and experience to make them correctly.

What material should a Japonais stencil be made of?

A japonais stencil should be made of sturdy, lightweight material that can be easily bent to transfer the desired shape onto the food. Traditionally, bamboo or wood was used, but nowadays plastic or stainless steel are also common materials for japonais stencils.

Where to buy a Japonais stencil?

There are several ways to buy a Japonais stencil:
1. Online stores: Many online stores offer a large selection of stencils. In Switzerland, you can find a large selection of many different Japonais stencils in the miniSchoggi online store. In addition, you can find many other baking supplies in the large miniSchoggi baking store, which is located in Zurich-Adliswil.
2) Craft stores: You can also look for Japonais stencils in craft stores in your own city or region. Some stores may carry special stencils for the Japanese art of Japonais.
3. Craft Fairs or Exhibitions: At various arts and crafts fairs or exhibitions, there are often booths selling stencils. Here you can see and select the stencils directly.
4. Online search engines: It is also possible to search for specific stencils by entering the term "Japonais stencil" in an online search engine. This will provide a list of online stores and specialized websites that offer stencils.
It is important to note that the availability of Japonais stencils may vary by location and sales channel. Therefore, it can be useful to explore different options and compare prices to find the right stencil.

In what sizes can you buy the Japonais stencils?

Whether you are looking for a small 10 cm, 15 cm, 20 cm, 22 cm, 24 cm or even a large 30 cm Japonais stencil, you will definitely find what you are looking for. The Japonais stencils are also available in different thicknesses. From 1 mm or 1 cm thick, everything is there.