Description
A delightful twist on a classic treat, this Easter Pavlova features a light and airy meringue topped with luscious whipped cream and seasonal fruits, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Assorted seasonal fruits (e.g., strawberries, kiwi, passion fruit)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form—about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the granulated sugar gradually, beating on high until glossy and stiff peaks form (3-5 minutes).
- Fold in cornstarch and vinegar until just combined; avoid deflating the mixture.
- Spoon the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping it into a circular nest about 8 inches in diameter.
- Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the meringue cool completely inside.
- Whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
- Fill the cooled meringue nests with whipped cream and top with seasonal fruits. Serve immediately.
Notes
Stability of whipped cream can be enhanced by adding powdered sugar. Store meringue in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg