Ingredients

  • 12 ladyfingers, split
  • 3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) margarine
  • 1 3/4 c. sifted confectioners sugar
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1/4 c. milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. rum extract
  • 4 oz. (4 sq.) chocolate, melted
  • 6 egg whites
  • 1 1/2 c. pecans, coarsely chopped
  • whipped cream

Method

  • Line a 9 x 5 x 3-inch pan with waxed paper.
  • Arrange ladyfingers around sides and bottom of pan.
  • Cream margarine; gradually add sugar, creaming until light and fluffy.
  • Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating until smooth after each addition. Blend in milk, vanilla and rum extract.
  • Blend in melted chocolate until well blended.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry; fold in chocolate mixture.
  • Fold in pecans.
  • Pour into prepared pans.
  • Refrigerate overnight.