Strawberry and passionflower cake

8 servings

145 minutes

Strawberry and passion fruit cake is an elegant and airy treat inspired by French culinary tradition. Its base is a delicate crispy meringue made using classic techniques, harmoniously paired with velvety layers of whipped cream. The sweetness of strawberries adds brightness and freshness to the cake, while the exotic passion fruit contributes a refined tartness, making the flavor complex and unforgettable. This dessert awakens summer memories and becomes a true decoration for any festive table. Its light yet rich taste makes it the perfect conclusion to a meal, while its sophisticated texture allows one to savor every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 188.5
• Proteins: 4.4g
• Fats: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 34.7g

Ingredients

• Egg white: 4 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Vinegar: 1 tsp
• Powdered sugar: 225 g
• Corn flour: 1 tsp
• Cream: 300 ml
• Strawberry: 500 g
• Passionflower: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Beat the egg whites with salt until a stiff foam forms. While continuing to beat, add sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 4 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Powdered sugar: 225 g

2. Sprinkle the mixture with vinegar and dust with corn flour. Whisk thoroughly and spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vinegar: 1 teaspoon
   • Corn flour: 1 teaspoon

3. Preheat the oven to 150 degrees. Bake the meringue for 2 hours. Turn off the oven and leave the meringue inside until completely cool. Carefully remove the meringue from the parchment.

4. Whip the cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream: 300 ml

5. Layer the meringue and whipped cream to form a cake.

6. Top it with strawberries.

   Required ingredients:

   • Strawberry: 500 g

7. Remove the core of the passion fruit and spread the seeds on the surface of the cake.

   Required ingredients:

   • Passionflower: 2 pieces