Recipe of the Month Candy Cane Pavlova
(NC) - Peppermint candy cane could be the official taste of
Christmas. For added whimsy, add a sprig of holly and a bow to make this dessert look like a festive wreath.
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6 egg whites 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 1 tsp white vinegar 1 tsp cornstarch 2 cups whipping cream 3 tbsp granulated sugar 1/4 tsp peppermint extract (optional) 12 to 15 mini candy canes (about 100 g) Dark chocolate curls
Directions: Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Trace a 10 inch (25 cm) circle with a marker on the parchment, then add a 4 inch (10 cm) inner circle. When marker dries, flip it over so that the marked side is facing down. Step 2: Whisk egg whites using an electric mixer until foamy. Gradually add sugar. Increase speed to high and whisk until egg whites are glossy, thick, and hold stiff peaks; about 4 to 7 minutes. Stir vinegar with cornstarch until smooth. Whisk into egg whites. Step 3: Spoon mixture onto prepared sheet following the marker lines to create a wreath. Use the back of a large spoon to create indentations for the whipped cream. Step 4: Place pan in the oven and reduce temperature to 250°F (120°C). Bake 90 minutes until meringue is golden. Let cool. Step 5: Using an electric mixer on high, whip cream, sugar and peppermint to soft peaks. Spoon into indentations in meringue. Roughly crack 4 candy canes into large pieces and sprinkle over whipped cream, then place 8 whole ones evenly apart so each serving gets a candy cane.
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Apply lettering on each jar to form the word “Noel” and lightly spray jars with faux snow. Fill 1/3 of the jars with Epson salt (alternative is sugar). Find a spot to display your décor. Place jars beside each other to form the word “Noel”. Add Christmas greenery around the base of the jars. String a few lights in and around the jars.