Easy Pavlova
Light, airy, and absolutely show-stopping, this Easy Pavlova recipe is the perfect dessert for any occasion! Featuring a crisp meringue shell with a pillowy, marshmallow-like center, it’s topped with luscious homemade whipped cream and a vibrant medley of fresh fruit. With only a handful of simple ingredients like egg whites, sugar, and vanilla, this elegant dessert is surprisingly easy to make, yet delivers a stunning presentation. The secret to its irresistible texture lies in folding cornstarch and vinegar into the meringue, ensuring a delicate structure with just the right amount of chew. Ideal for spring and summer gatherings or holiday celebrations, this pavlova comes together effortlessly with minimal prep time. Indulge your guests with this crowd-pleaser that's both naturally gluten-free and endlessly customizable with seasonal fruits like strawberries, kiwi, and passionfruit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Egg whites
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 cup Fresh fruit (such as strawberries, kiwi, passionfruit, or blueberries)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Draw an 8-inch (20 cm) circle on the parchment as a guide, then flip the parchment over so the drawing is underneath.
In a large, clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form (this may take 5-7 minutes).
Sift the cornstarch over the meringue mixture, then gently fold it in with the vinegar and vanilla extract using a spatula.
Spoon the meringue onto the prepared parchment paper, spreading it to fill the circle and shaping the edges slightly higher than the center to create a shallow bowl.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours, then turn off the oven and allow the meringue to cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar (this helps prevent cracking).
In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together until soft peaks form.
Gently transfer the cooled meringue to a serving plate. Top it with the whipped cream, then arrange fresh fruit over the top.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1841 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.7 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.2 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 302 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.1 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 235.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 585 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
