Description
Crispy Meringue Pavlova topped with fresh berries, a delightful dessert from Australia/New Zealand.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Draw a 9-inch circle on the parchment as a guide for the meringue.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat on high speed until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Gently fold in the vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract using a spatula until just combined.
- Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared parchment paper, using the circle as a guide. Create a slight well in the center to hold the toppings later.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let the pavlova cool completely inside the oven with the door slightly ajar. This helps prevent cracking.
- Once cooled, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Carefully transfer the pavlova to a serving platter. Spread the whipped cream over the top and arrange the mixed berries on top.
- Garnish with mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a chocolate twist, add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the meringue mixture.
- To make it seasonal, use whatever fresh fruits are available, such as peaches or kiwi, for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian/New Zealand
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg