INGREDIENTS
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4 large egg whites (120 grams), at room temperature
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar (or lemon juice)
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1 cup (200 grams) superfine (castor) sugar
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1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar (can use a flavored vinegar)
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon cornstarch (corn flour)
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2 tablespoons (15 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch processed or regular unsweetened)
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1 ounce (30 grams) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped (optional)
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Topping
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1 cup (240 ml) cold heavy whipping cream (cream with a 35-40% butterfat content)
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1 tablespoon (15 grams) granulated white sugar (or to taste)
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Fresh Fruit - passion fruit, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, cherries, peaches, slices of oranges, gooseberries, and kiwi fruit are some good choices