Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake is a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate flavors with a light and airy texture. This cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just a sweet treat at home. The layers of chocolate cake paired with fluffy meringue make it a standout dessert that everyone will love. If you’re looking to impress your friends and family or simply satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake is the way to go!

How to Make Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake

Ingredients

• 4 large egg whites
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on high until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
3. In another bowl, melt the chocolate chips and let them cool slightly.
4. Combine the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder in a bowl.
5. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Add in the melted chocolate mixture and mix well.
6. Gently fold in the dry ingredients and finally fold in the meringue mixture.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cakes cool completely.
9. For the frosting, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then spread it over one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the top with the remaining cream. Decorate as desired.

How to Serve Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake

To serve Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake, slice it into generous pieces and enjoy it plain or with additional whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top. Pair it with your favorite coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat!

How to Store Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will keep it fresh for about 3-4 days. If the cake has not been frosted, you can also keep it at room temperature for a day.

Tips to Make Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake

1. Make sure your mixing bowls and beaters are very clean when making meringue. Any fat can prevent the egg whites from whipping properly.
2. Use eggs at room temperature; they whip better than cold eggs.
3. Do not rush the cooling process—allow the cake layers to cool completely before frosting.

Variation

You can customize this cake by adding different flavors. For instance, you could replace the semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate or add a layer of raspberry jam between the cake layers for a fruity twist.

FAQs

Can I use egg substitutes for this recipe?
Yes, you can use egg white substitutes. However, the texture may differ slightly.

How do I know when the cake is done?
You can check if the cake is done by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

Can I freeze this cake?
Yes, you can freeze the cake before frosting it. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Heavenly Chocolate Meringue Cake

A delightful dessert featuring rich chocolate flavors and a light, airy texture, perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat at home.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Cake, Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings

Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the Meringue

• 4 large egg whites Use room temperature eggs for better whipping.
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

For the Cake Batter

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Melted and cooled slightly.
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Frosting

• 1/2 cup heavy cream Whipped until soft peaks form.

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
• In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on high until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
• In another bowl, melt the chocolate chips and let them cool slightly.
• Combine the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
• In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Add in the melted chocolate mixture and mix well.
• Gently fold in the dry ingredient mixture and finally fold in the meringue mixture.

Baking

• Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool completely.

Frosting

• For the frosting, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Spread it over one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top with the remaining cream.
• Decorate as desired.

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If unfrosted, it can be kept at room temperature for a day. Make sure bowls and beaters are clean when making meringue.

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