Classic Pavlova
A delightful dessert featuring a crispy exterior and soft interior, topped with luscious cream and fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat the egg whites in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the vanilla extract, vinegar, and cornstarch into the meringue.
- Spoon the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming a circular shape with a slight indentation in the center.
- Bake for approximately 60 minutes until the meringue is crisp on the outside and soft inside.
- Turn off the oven and let the pavlova cool completely in the oven with the door ajar.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and spread it evenly over the pavlova.
- Top with mixed berries and serve immediately.
Notes
Store pavlova in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day. Keep meringue and whipped cream separate until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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