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mont blanc cake

Discover the elegant Mont Blanc cake a sophisticated dessert with sweet chestnut cream and a meringue base that captivates with its taste and beauty
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: $25

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Piping bags with Mont Blanc tip
  • Fine mesh sieve

Ingredients

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 200 g granulated sugar for meringue
  • 400 g chestnut puree preferably unsweetened
  • 60 g powdered sugar to taste
  • 56 g unsalted butter softened
  • 60 ml heavy cream optional for lighter texture
  • 5 ml vanilla extract optional
  • 15 ml rum or brandy optional
  • to taste fresh whipped cream for topping
  • as needed candied chestnuts for garnish
  • as needed powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to a low temperature (around 200°F / 95°C) for meringue.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, gradually adding granulated sugar until glossy.
  • Pipe or spread meringue into discs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake meringue in the preheated oven until crisp (about 1-2 hours), then cool.
  • Push chestnut puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove lumps.
  • Mix chestnut puree with powdered sugar, softened butter, and optional heavy cream until smooth.
  • Pipe the chestnut cream through a piping bag fitted with a special Mont Blanc tip to create thin strands over the meringue base.
  • Top with fresh whipped cream and garnish with candied chestnuts or a dusting of powdered sugar.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with the sweetness of the chestnut cream by adjusting the powdered sugar.
If meringue intimidates you, you can use a store-bought sponge cake as a base instead.
Chestnut cream can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
For a different flavor profile, try adding chocolate, coffee, or seasonal ingredients like matcha or pumpkin.
Assembled Mont Blanc cake is best enjoyed the same day it's made to maintain texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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