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Postre Chaja

Cultural Context

Postre Chaja hails from Uruguay, a delightful dessert that showcases the country's love for fresh fruits and light textures. Traditionally served at celebrations, it combines layers of sponge cake, meringue, and cream, often featuring peaches or other seasonal fruits. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Uruguay, with variations appearing in other South American countries, making it a beloved treat for many.

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6 servings
Servings4
1 sponge cake
1 cup meringue
2 cups heavy cream
4 peaches, sliced
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 egg whites
4 egg yolks
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup almonds, toasted
1 cup whipped cream
1/4 cup chocolate shavings

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1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Prepare the sponge cake by mixing eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy.

3

Fold in flour and melted butter gently until combined.

4

Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

5

Let the sponge cake cool completely before assembling.

6

Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then set aside.

7

In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.

8

Gradually add sugar to the egg whites while continuing to beat until glossy.

9

Spread the meringue on a baking sheet and bake at 200°F (93°C) for 1 hour until dry.

10

Chop the cooled sponge cake into layers and place one layer on a serving platter.

11

Spread a layer of whipped cream over the sponge cake and top with sliced peaches.

12

Add a layer of crumbled meringue and repeat the process with remaining layers.

13

Finish with a final layer of whipped cream on top.

14

Garnish with chocolate shavings and toasted almonds.

15

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

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