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1. Mixing the ingredients
Paul gets started by showing, explaining then mixing the ingredients.
2. Preparing the meringue bases for baking
Time now to roll out the sweet short crust for the tart bases.
3. Filling the chocolate circles to make the boards
One of the ingenious parts of this design is that the stand and supports are fully edible. To make the chocolate boards Paul sets a frame and fills with melted chocolate.
4. Making the chocolate stand
Perhaps the most tricky part of this design is putting the chocolate stand together. This lesson is full of hints and tips to get it just right.
5. Making the strawberry tarts
Now for the most delicious part of this design, making the strawberry tarts.
6. Decorating the cake
Time to put it all together and finish with some flowers from the garden.
7. Other Ideas
Paul shares some other ideas for new creations and fillings for this design.
8. PRO Lesson
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Strawberry Meringue Chocolate Tower tutorial
Learn how to create this delicious strawberry meringue chocolate tower where everything on the cake is delicious and edible. The cake stand, including the separator pillars are made from chocolate making this a skill that is easily transferrable onto any number of designs! The Strawberry Meringue Chocolate Tower is both a treat on the eyes and in the mouth, especially for a summer occasion where the strawberries can be freshly picked.
Paul bakes the tarts from scratch then decorates them with beautiful strawberries and cream, all sat on a fully edible chocolate stand. You know that you just want to go and try it now.
In the following tutorial, you will learn how to…
- Make a fully edible chocolate display stand
- Blind bake sweet short crust pastry
- Make a yummy strawberry tart
- Stack and finish a wonderful summer dessert display using fresh fruit, meringue and flowers
History of Strawberry Tarts
Strawberry tarts are a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. The earliest known recipes for strawberry tarts date back to the 16th century, and the tart has since become a popular treat all over the world.
The origins of the strawberry tart are somewhat unclear, but it is thought to have originated in France. The first known recipe for a strawberry tart was published in 1549 by the French chef Taillevent. Taillevent’s recipe called for a simple tart crust filled with strawberries and cream.
Strawberry tarts quickly became a popular dessert among the French aristocracy. In the 17th century, the tart was introduced to England, where it quickly became a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I.
Strawberry tarts continued to grow in popularity throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, strawberry tarts are enjoyed all over the world and are a classic dessert that is often served at special occasions.
Here are some interesting facts about strawberry tarts:
- The largest strawberry tart ever made was 10 feet in diameter and weighed over 2,000 pounds.
- Strawberry tarts are the official state dessert of Maryland.
- The world record for eating strawberry tarts is 12 tarts in one minute.
- Strawberry tarts are a popular dessert in Japan, where they are often served with green tea.
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