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Milk Chocolate Meringue Cake

350kcal
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Prep 30 minutes
Cook 1 hour 30 minutes
Total 2 hours
Indulge in this delightful cake that layers rich milk chocolate with crisp meringue, perfect for any celebration or sweet treat.
Servings 8 servings
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients

For the Meringue
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
For the Chocolate Filling
  • 1 cup milk chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • Fresh berries (optional, for garnish) Use for decoration before serving.

Method

Prepare the Meringue
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy, then add the cream of tartar.
  3. Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the cornstarch and vanilla extract.
Bake the Meringue
  1. Divide the meringue mixture into two circles on the baking sheets, smoothing out the tops.
  2. Bake for about 1.5 hours, or until the meringues are dry and crisp.
  3. Turn off the oven and let them cool inside for an hour before removing.
Prepare the Chocolate Filling
  1. While the meringue cools, melt the chopped milk chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water.
  2. Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Whip the Cream
  1. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  2. Gently fold in the cooled melted chocolate until well combined.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Once the meringue layers are cool, place one layer on a serving plate.
  2. Spread half of the chocolate cream mixture over the meringue.
  3. Top with the second meringue layer and spread the remaining chocolate cream on top.
Serve
  1. Garnish with fresh berries if desired.
  2. Slice and serve chilled for a refreshing treat!

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories350kcalCarbohydrates45gProtein5gFat15gSaturated Fat9gSodium50mgFiber1gSugar30g

Notes

You can substitute the milk chocolate with dark chocolate or white chocolate for a different flavor profile. Add espresso powder to the chocolate mixture for a mocha flavor, or incorporate a layer of fruit. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, but note that the meringue may lose its crispness over time.

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