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Chocolate Pavlova with Salted Caramel Sauce

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Chocolate Pavlova with Salted Caramel Sauce offers a rich and delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar add gradually
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar crucial ingredient
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or arrowroot starch
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Coffee optional
For the Salted Caramel
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar for caramel
  • 1/2 cup Butter unsalted preferred
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream any substitutes alter final outcome
  • 1 pinch Salt balances sweetness
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream keep chilled
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt full-fat best
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar can be skipped
For the Toppings
  • 2 large Bananas ripe and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for bruleeing
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Peanuts or other nuts
  • 1/4 cup Shaved Dark Chocolate at least 70% cocoa

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • medium saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 285°F (140°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whip the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar and whip until glossy.
  3. Sift cornstarch, cocoa, and coffee over whipped egg whites, folding in gently along with balsamic vinegar.
  4. Transfer meringue to the sheet, shape into a dome, and make a well in the center.
  5. Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and leave the pavlova inside to cool completely.
  6. To make salted caramel, melt sugar in a saucepan until amber, then add butter and cream, whisking until smooth.
  7. In a chilled bowl, whip cream, yogurt, powdered sugar, and salt until soft peaks form.
  8. Brulee banana slices with sugar using a torch or broiler until caramel crust forms.
  9. Spread whipped cream on cooled pavlova, layer with bruleed bananas, and drizzle with caramel; finish with peanuts and chocolate.
  10. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of textures and flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Assemble the pavlova just before serving for the best texture and taste. Experiment with different toppings for unique flavors.

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