Schaum Torte is a classic German dessert that’s popular in Wisconsin.

It is made with layers of airy meringue, whipped cream, and berries.

It features layers of airy meringue, whipped cream, and berries.

Schaum Torte

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Our recipe tasters loved the combination of the crisp meringue, fluffy whipped cream, and juicy berries.

This helps keep the outside texture light and crisp, and the inside creamy and marshmallow-like.

Let it cool completely before piling on the whipped cream and berries or else the filling will melt.

Pan cake lined with parchment paper

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Don’t worry if the meringue falls a bitthat’s exactly what should happen!

Line the bottom of a 10-inch springform pan with parchment paper.

Cut a 25x2-inch-long strip of parchment paper.

Cream and sugar in a stand mixer

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Arrange strip around sides of pans.

Lightly grease the parchment paper to help prevent sticking.

The peaks should not stand up on their own.

Cream mixture in stand mixer

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Spread the meringue mixture into the prepared springform pan.

Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until lightly browned.

Cool completely on a wire rack (meringue will fall a bit).

Baked torte on a cooling rack

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Top with whipped cream and raspberries to serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pavlova was originally created in New Zealand in the early 20th century.

Like the German Schaum Torte, it features layers of meringue, whipped cream, and fruit.

Schaum Torte

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2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.