How to Make a Bounty Cake

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C/350ºF.

   Grease the baking tin and line with baking paper.
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   Step 2: Using an electric mixer

   Gradually add the sugar and whisk until stiff and shiny. ,,, Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until the meringue is dry and light golden.
   
   The baking time is approximate and depends on your oven; check and continue baking if necessary.
   
   You can reduce the oven to 130°C/266ºF to prevent it over-browning. , When cooled, cut lengthwise into 3 equal pieces. , Cook until a thick cream forms. , Stir until the chocolate is melted.
   
   Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely. ,, Finish with the chocolate cream. ,, Once firm, it is ready to serve.
   
   To serve, cut slices as for any cake.
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   Step 3: whisk the egg whites and salt until stiff.

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   Step 4: Using a spatula

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   Step 5: carefully fold in the coconut.

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   Step 6: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.

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   Step 7: Reduce the oven to 150°C/300ºF.

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   Step 8: Remove the meringue from the oven and cool completely.

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   Step 9: Cook the egg yolks and sugar in a double boiler over low heat.

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    Step 10: Add the chocolate and milk.

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    Step 11: Beat the butter with an electric mixer until fluffy

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    Step 12: then beat in the cooled chocolate cream.

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    Step 13: Layer the meringue pieces and chocolate cream straight onto the serving plate.

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    Step 14: Spread the remaining chocolate cream around the sides of the cake.

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    Step 15: Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight to firm.

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