CHOCOLATE PECAN PAVLOVA

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This will definitely capture your taste buds! This recipe is one of my family's favorites-especially at the holidays. Although it may take a little longer to make and assemble, it is truly worth the work. It's a rich-tasting, light dessert that everyone will enjoy. I usually use pecans, but you can substitute walnuts, hazelnuts or other nuts. —Nancy Preussner, Delhi, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large egg whites, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1-2/3 cups sugar, divided
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 cup ground pecans
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons coffee liqueur
1/2 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, divided
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl. Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with parchment. Trace two 8-in. circles 1 in. apart on the parchment; invert parchment., Preheat oven to 300°. Add vanilla and cream of tartar to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Sift 1-1/3 cups sugar and cocoa together twice. Gradually add sugar mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Gently fold in ground pecans. Spread evenly over circles on prepared pan., Bake until meringue is set and dry, 45-55 minutes. Turn off oven (do not open oven door); leave meringues in oven 1 hour. Remove from oven; cool completely on baking sheet. Carefully remove 1 meringue to a serving plate. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and remaining 1/3 cup sugar until smooth. In a small bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture. Stir in liqueur., Spread 1/3 cup fudge ice cream topping over meringue. Top with half of the cream cheese filling. Layer with remaining meringue and remaining filling. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Warm remaining fudge ice cream topping; drizzle over top. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Fat 33g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Roy Hyman
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I love this recipe! The pavlova is always a showstopper, and it's so easy to make. I've even made it for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit.


Hellen Njoroge
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This pavlova was amazing! The meringue was crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, and the chocolate and pecan filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.


Zohaib khan Zohaib
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This pavlova was a disaster! The meringue was completely flat, and the chocolate and pecan filling was curdled. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I will definitely not be making this recipe again.


Holly WithacapitalH
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I was a bit disappointed with this pavlova. The meringue was a bit too chewy, and the chocolate and pecan filling was a bit too runny. I think I might have overcooked the meringue.


Raine Gray
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This pavlova was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The meringue was light and fluffy, and the chocolate and pecan filling was rich and decadent. I would recommend using less sugar in the meringue next time.


Dylan Adablanu
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I've tried many pavlova recipes, but this one is by far the best. The meringue is perfect, and the chocolate and pecan filling is to die for. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ahmed Zia
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This pavlova is absolutely delicious! The meringue is light and airy, and the chocolate and pecan filling is rich and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe.


Fahimkan Fahim07
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I love this recipe! The pavlova is always a showstopper, and it's so easy to make. I've even made it for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit.


Ihrondia Carroll
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This pavlova was amazing! The meringue was crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, and the chocolate and pecan filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.


GT MARTINO
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This pavlova was a disaster! The meringue was completely flat, and the chocolate and pecan filling was curdled. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I will definitely not be making this recipe again.


Imtiaz Alam
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I was a bit disappointed with this pavlova. The meringue was a bit too chewy, and the chocolate and pecan filling was a bit too runny. I think I might have overcooked the meringue.


Someone generic
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This pavlova was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The meringue was light and fluffy, and the chocolate and pecan filling was rich and decadent. I would recommend using less sugar in the meringue next time.


Steve Gomez
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I've tried many pavlova recipes, but this one is by far the best. The meringue is perfect, and the chocolate and pecan filling is to die for. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Pamela Davis
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This pavlova is absolutely delicious! The meringue is light and airy, and the chocolate and pecan filling is rich and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe.


Hassanatu Conteh
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I love this recipe! The pavlova is always a showstopper, and it's so easy to make. I've even made it for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit.


arjun hamal
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This was my first time making a pavlova, and it turned out beautifully! The meringue was crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, and the chocolate and pecan filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.


Jonathan Clough
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I've made this pavlova several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meringue is always perfect, and the chocolate and pecan filling is divine. I highly recommend this recipe!


Chelley Nickerson
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This pavlova was a hit at my dinner party! The chocolate and pecan flavors were a perfect combination, and the meringue was light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.