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Black Forest wreath

Delightful Black Forest Wreath: A Festive Gluten-Free Treat

The Black Forest wreath is a stunning festive dessert that combines crispy meringue, rich chocolate, and fruity compote, perfect for celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Helps create a glossy finish.
For the Chocolate Drizzle
  • 8 oz Dark Chocolate Choose a high-quality variety.
For the Fruity Compote
  • 2 cups Mixed Seasonal Fruits Cherries or berries recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Adds sweetness to balance tartness.
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Caramelized Nuts Use walnuts or pecans.
  • 1 bar Chocolate Bar To create chocolate curls.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Vegetable Peeler

Method
 

Prepare Meringue
  1. Preheat your oven to 225°F (107°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a clean mixing bowl, whip the room-temperature egg whites using an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to beat until you achieve stiff, glossy peaks, about 5-7 minutes.
Pipe Meringue
  1. Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet, forming a large wreath shape with a hollow center, and create peaks for added texture.
Bake Meringue
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour or until dry. Turn off the oven and leave the wreath inside with the door slightly ajar to cool completely.
Make Compote
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add seasonal fruits and sugar. Stir frequently for about 10-15 minutes until the fruits break down. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
Assemble Wreath
  1. Carefully slide the cooled meringue onto a serving platter. Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the meringue, spread the cooled fruity compote, and scatter the caramelized nuts on top.
Garnish
  1. Use a vegetable peeler to create chocolate curls from the chocolate bar, arranging them on top of the wreath. Allow the chocolate drizzle to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature, and keep a close watch while baking the meringue to avoid browning. Refrigerate the assembled wreath for 30 minutes before serving for the best texture.

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