For the Main Component:
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1 cup superfine sugar
1/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, sifted
1/2 tsp cream of tartar
1/4 tsp salt
For the Secondary Component:
1/2 cup mini marshmallows
1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
For the Sauce / Layer / Topping:
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (60% cacao)
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp espresso or strong coffee
For Garnish (optional):
1 tsp cocoa nibs
1 sprig fresh mint
Preheat your oven to 225°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt in a glass bowl until soft peaks form.
Gradually add superfine sugar while beating on high speed until the meringue is stiff and glossy.
Gently fold in the sifted cocoa powder until a dark, marbled effect is achieved.
Pipe or spoon 6 large, wide bowls onto the baking sheet, using a spoon to create a deep, wide well in the center of each.
Bake for 90 minutes, then turn off the oven and let the meringue bowls dry inside for at least 2 hours.
Melt dark chocolate chips with heavy cream, vanilla, and espresso in a double boiler until a thick, pourable ganache forms.
Place mini marshmallows in a small oven-safe dish and broil for 1 minute until charred and gooey.
Pour the warm chocolate lava into the center of each meringue bowl, top with toasted marshmallows, graham crumbs, and flaky sea salt.