Description
Pavlova is the ultimate elegant dessert with a crispy shell and a marshmallow-soft center, topped with whipped cream and vibrant fresh berries. It’s light, gluten-free, and effortlessly stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add caster sugar one tablespoon at a time while mixing on high until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold in the vanilla, vinegar, and cornstarch with a spatula.
- Spoon meringue onto the tray, forming small nests and creating a dip in the center.
- Bake for 60–75 minutes, then turn off the oven and allow to cool completely inside with the door ajar.
- Whip the cream to soft peaks while the meringue cools.
- Once cool, top with whipped cream and fresh berries. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Perfect for special occasions or a quick treat.
- Ideal for entertaining, brunch ideas, or healthy snacks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg