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Easy Chocolate Pavlova with Salted Caramel Sauce

Easy Chocolate Pavlova with Salted Caramel Sauce to Impress

This Easy Chocolate Pavlova with Salted Caramel Sauce is an impressive dessert with delightful textures and flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue Shell
  • 6 large Egg Whites Ensure they are at room temperature for optimal volume when whipped.
  • 1 ¾ cups Sugar Divide into two portions for better texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Prevents moisture from ruining your treat.
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar Helps stabilize the meringue.
  • 100 grams Dark Chocolate Melted before mixing in.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream Provides a luxurious creaminess.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Enhances the flavor of the salted caramel sauce.
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 100 grams Unsalted Butter Adds richness to your sauce.
  • ½ cup Honey-Roasted Peanuts Optional topping for added crunch.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • spatula
  • baking trays
  • parchment paper
  • medium saucepan
  • Double Boiler

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 212°F (100°C) and prepare two baking trays with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whip the egg whites at low speed until frothy, gradually add sugar, then whip until stiff peaks form (5-7 minutes).
  3. Gently incorporate cornstarch and vinegar into the meringue.
  4. Melt dark chocolate and drizzle it over the meringue mixture, folding carefully.
  5. Spoon the meringue onto your trays, forming two even mounds, then bake for approximately 2 hours.
  6. For caramel sauce, melt sugar in a medium saucepan until deep amber, then add butter, and incorporate cream and sea salt until smooth.
  7. Top each cooled meringue with whipped cream, drizzle with caramel sauce, and sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerated assembled pavlova is best enjoyed immediately but can be kept for up to 1 day.

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