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Pavlova

Delicious Pavlova Recipe with Whipped Cream and Fresh Berries

This stunning pavlova combines a crispy meringue shell with whipped cream and fresh berries for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 271
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup caster sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 cups whole berries or sliced fresh fruit
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)
  • fresh mint sprigs (optional)

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • metal bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 275 F (140 C) and position a rack in the center.
  2. Line a baking sheet with foil and draw a 7-inch circle on the foil as a guide.
  3. In a clean metal bowl or stand mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually sprinkle in the caster sugar, beating continuously until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  5. Gently fold in the cornstarch and white vinegar.
  6. Fold in the vanilla extract.
  7. Spread the meringue within the circle on the foil, creating a well in the center.
  8. Bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes until the meringue turns a pale, pinkish eggshell color.
  9. Turn off the oven and leave the door ajar to cool the meringue completely.
  10. Just before serving, transfer the meringue to a plate.
  11. Whip the cream with vanilla and confectioners' sugar until medium peaks form.
  12. Prepare the fruit by washing and slicing if necessary. Toss bananas with lemon juice if using.
  13. Spread the whipped cream over the meringue and arrange the fruit on top. Garnish with mint if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 271kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 3gFat: 7g

Notes

This pavlova is not only visually stunning but deliciously light, perfect for impressing your guests with minimal effort.

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