CHOCOLATE PAVLOVA WITH WINTER FRUIT

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Yield 12 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

Chocolate meringue:
4 large (120 grams) egg whites, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
2 tablespoons (15 grams) Dutch process cocoa powder
1 teaspoon (3 grams) cornstarch or tapioca starch
1 teaspoon white vinegar
2 ounces 60-70% dark chocolate, ground finely (see Kitchen Tip #2)
Garnishes:
2 cups heavy cream, chilled
6 tablespoons confectioner's sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups assorted fresh winter fruit, such as blood orange segments, navel orange segments, sliced kiwis, pomegranate seeds, sliced persimmon

Steps:

  • To make the chocolate meringue: Preheat the oven to 225°F convection or 250°F conventional. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip the egg whites, vanilla bean paste, and cream of tartar until soft peaks begin to form. Sift together the sugar, cocoa powder, and cornstarch. With the motor running at low speed, add the sugar mixture 1 tablespoon at a time to the egg whites. Add the vinegar and dark chocolate. Whip until fully incorporated and the egg whites hold a stiff peak (the whip attachment will have a sturdy egg white tail when removed). Scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape into a 9- to 10-inch circle with a slightly higher edge. Bake until the outside is dry and starting to crack slightly, 1 to 1½ hours. Turn the heat off and leave the meringue in the oven to cool, about 1 hour. To make the whipped cream: Add the cream, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Whip until the cream holds soft peaks. To assemble: Place the baked meringue onto a serving platter or cake stand. Spread the whipped cream in the center leaving a 2-inch gap around the edge. Arrange the fruit on top and serve immediately.

Muteesa Edward
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This pavlova is amazing! I love the combination of chocolate and fruit. The meringue is perfectly cooked and the chocolate ganache is rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.


Saddam Malik
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This pavlova is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. The meringue is perfectly crispy and the chocolate ganache is rich and decadent. The winter fruit adds a nice touch of tartness.


Nishat Faria
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This pavlova is a work of art! It's so beautiful and delicious. The meringue is perfectly cooked and the chocolate ganache is rich and decadent. The winter fruit adds a nice touch of freshness.


Luminathi Nkopo
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This pavlova is so delicious! The chocolate and fruit combination is perfect. I love the crispy meringue and the soft, fluffy filling.


Jolene Jones
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This pavlova is amazing! The meringue is perfectly crispy and the chocolate ganache is rich and decadent. The winter fruit adds a nice touch of tartness. I will definitely be making this again.


Munir kohawar Kohawar
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This chocolate pavlova was a bit too sweet for my taste. The meringue was also a little too crispy. I think I would have preferred a more traditional pavlova with a light and fluffy meringue and a tart filling.


lolol Minecraft
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This pavlova is so beautiful and delicious! I love the contrast of the rich chocolate ganache with the tart winter fruit. The meringue is also perfectly cooked - crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. I will definitely be making thi


Haya Awwad
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I made this pavlova for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of chocolate and fruit. The meringue was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. I will definitely be making this again.


Eyad Faisalx
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This chocolate pavlova was a showstopper! The meringue was light and airy, the chocolate ganache was rich and decadent, and the winter fruit added a refreshing pop of flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My guests raved