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Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Pavlova Wreath

A festive chocolate pavlova shaped like a Christmas wreath, crisp on the outside and marshmallow-soft inside, topped with peppermint whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and chocolate shavings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Pavlova
  • 6 large Egg whites room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
  • 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon White vinegar
Peppermint Whipped Cream & Toppings
  • 2 cups Heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1/3 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Peppermint extract adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Crushed candy canes
  • 1/4 cup Dark chocolate shavings optional

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and draw a large wreath guide.
  2. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff and glossy.
  3. Gently fold in cocoa powder, cornstarch, and vinegar without deflating the meringue.
  4. Spoon meringue into a wreath shape and bake for 75 minutes. Turn off oven and cool completely inside.
  5. Whip cream with powdered sugar and peppermint extract until soft peaks form.
  6. Top cooled pavlova with whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

Assemble shortly before serving for best texture. Store the baked pavlova base in an airtight container at room temperature.