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French Meringue and Chocolate Layer Cake

Name: French Meringue and Chocolate Layer Cake
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 8 large egg whites; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup chocolate syrup

A French-inspired cake with light meringue layers and a velvety chocolate filling.

55 minutes6 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
Beat egg whites until stiff, then gradually add sugar.
Sift flour and cocoa powder into the meringue, folding carefully.
Pour into two 8-inch round pans and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Cool completely, then spread chocolate buttercream between layers.
Top with additional meringue and chocolate curls.

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