Ingredients
meringue layers
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup superfine sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
peppermint syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon peppermint schnapps
cake
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
buttercream
- 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
- 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 1/2 pounds bittersweet chocolate (do not exceed 61% cacao), chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Thin chocolate-covered mint wafers, cut into small triangles (for garnish)
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
special equipment
- Heavy-duty stand mixer
- 13x9x1-inch baking sheet
- Small offset spatula
- Pastry bag
- Medium star tip (for decorating)
Description
This Gorgeous Dessert Features Crisp Peppermint Meringues Layered With Tender Chocolate Cake And Rich Chocolate Frosting.
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