Layered meringue cake: The showstopper of your holiday table
The holidays are a time when each of us wants the table to look exceptional and delight our guests with taste. Traditional pastries like gingerbread or cheesecakes always have their place, but sometimes it's worth opting for something more sophisticated. A layered cake with delicate meringue, chocolate cream, and preserves is a suggestion that not only looks beautiful but also wins the hearts of both household members and guests. The aromatic meringue combined with the intense chocolate cream creates a dessert that quickly becomes the star of the evening.
The holidays are a time when exceptional flavors and traditional pastries reign supreme. Among the gingerbread and poppy seed cakes, it's worth choosing something that will catch the eye and delight the palate—a layered cake with delicate meringue, chocolate cream, and preserves. Its sophisticated appearance and harmonious taste make it disappear off the plates faster than we can serve another portion.
Recipe for the best holiday cake
There is no better way to celebrate a holiday feast than with a homemade cake that pleases both the eyes and the taste buds. Try the recipe for this delight and see why guests can't get enough of it.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 11 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- Pinch of salt
For the meringue:
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- Pinch of salt
For the cream:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 7 oz bittersweet chocolate
- 2 tablespoons butter
Preparation:
- In a bowl, combine the flour, butter, confectioners' sugar, egg yolks, and salt. Quickly knead the dough, form it into a ball, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Roll out and bake at 355°F for 15 minutes.
- Beat the egg whites with salt until stiff, gradually adding sugar until the mixture is glossy. Spread the meringue on parchment paper and bake at 300°F for 45 minutes.
- Heat the cream in a saucepan. Add the chocolate and butter, stirring until the mixture is smooth. Cool and chill in the refrigerator, then whip with a mixer until fluffy.
- Spread the preserves on the cooled cake base, cover with a layer of cream, top with the meringue, and decorate with toasted almonds.
Why is this cake perfect for the holidays?
The layered cake combines all the best elements—delicate crust, velvety cream, the preserves' bold flavor, and the meringue's lightness. This pastry blends tradition with a touch of modernity, and its elegant appearance makes it a perfect fit for the holiday atmosphere.
