Chocolate Pavlova from Cook Yourself Thin
Indulge in the light and airy decadence of Chocolate Pavlova from *Cook Yourself Thin*, a show-stopping dessert that's as beautiful as it is delicious. This chocolate twist on the classic pavlova features a crisp yet chewy cocoa-infused meringue with swirls of melted dark chocolate, adding depth to every bite. Topped with velvety whipped cream, a bounty of fresh mixed berries, and a sprinkling of dark chocolate shavings, this dessert is a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple ingredients like egg whites, caster sugar, and cocoa powder, this recipe delivers luxurious flavor without excess calories. Ideal for special occasions or a guilt-free treat, this pavlova is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Egg whites
- 200 grams Caster sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 50 grams Dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 250 milliliters Whipping cream
- 200 grams Mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- 20 grams Dark chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Draw a 9-inch circle on the parchment paper and flip it over.
In a clean, dry bowl, whisk the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until they form soft peaks.
Gradually add the caster sugar, one tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition until the sugar is fully dissolved and the meringue is glossy with stiff peaks.
Sift the cocoa powder over the meringue and fold it in gently with a spatula to maintain the airiness.
Melt the dark chocolate and let it cool slightly before folding it into the meringue, creating a marbled effect.
Add the white vinegar and vanilla extract, folding gently to combine.
Spoon the meringue onto the prepared baking tray, staying within the drawn circle, and create a slight dip in the center for the toppings later.
Bake the pavlova in the preheated oven for 90 minutes. Once done, turn off the oven and leave the pavlova to cool completely inside the oven with the door slightly ajar.
Whip the whipping cream to soft peaks and spread it over the cooled pavlova.
Top with fresh mixed berries and garnish with dark chocolate shavings before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.9 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.9 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 254 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.3 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1132 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
