Description
Pavlova is a type of meringue dessert topped with cream along with different fruits such as kiwifruit, passionfruit and strawberries. The base looks like a normal meringue but the similarity stops there as pavlovas are defined by it’s crispy shell and soft and moist marshmallow-like centre.
Ingredients
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Pavlova Base
- 4 egg whites, room temperature
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Pavlova Toppings
- whipped cream
- chilled fruits (kiwi, strawberry, peaches, blueberries, etc…)
- lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until it forms soft peaks.
- Now add the sugar and salt gradually while mixing until it forms stiff peaks and glossy.
- Place the cornstarch in a fine sieve then gently sprinkle it on top of the meringue mixture, gently fold the meringue while gradually adding the vinegar and vanilla extract.
- Spread a layer of meringue forming a 7 inch diameter circle into a foil lined baking tray. You can also try to make smaller base like the one on the photo above. Also take note that when shaping your base make sure that the edges are a bit higher than the centre to create a shallow bowl.
- Place in a 140C preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- Turn the oven off and leave the door slightly opened to let the meringue slowly cool down.
- Just before serving, take the meringue out of the oven then place on a serving dish or plate.
- In a bowl place sliced fruits and pour lemon juice, distribute evenly.
- Place whipped cream on top of pavlova then top with mixed fruits then serve.
Notes
Updated the above photo using ready made pavlova base
Yum…. a definite favourite of mine!
Looks delish! I did not know that pavlovas were easy to make. Thank you!
Always wanted to make pavlova but haven’t gotten there … Yours looks gorgeous!
I was just reading about Pavlova today as we were looking up some new recipes. 🙂 This does look fantastic. I love a good meringue! I’ve never had it with kiwi – that sounds soooooo good!
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I’ve heard of Pavlova, but never had it. Sounds great. And as you say, really easy to make – what could be better? Happy Birthday to your daughter!
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Love meringues. And happy birthdays!
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I absolutely adore everything meringue and marshmallow tasting- I can’t believe I’ve never tried a pavlova!
This is my Mum’s and I favourite Summer dessert. I always eat the fruit and cream, Mum eats the meringue 🙂
Hi ,
I just recently made Eton mess which is some what like a pavlova. I do want to make pavlova for so long now. Yours looks stunning! It is such a fresh, light and delicious dessert with all that fruit on top. But will have to wait a few more days since it’s been raining here, everyday.
I am drooling over this picture.
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A very pretty pavlova! I’m still not a fan of it as it’s too sweet for my liking, but I like baking it for my friends as they’re super sweet tooth!
Beautiful presentation!
you know i love pavlovas, even if I’m not an Aussie or Kiwi, hehe! They’re seriously addicting!
Happy birthday to your daughter
I love pavlova, you can add a new twist to it with different toppings and it is relatively easy to make..yours looks beautiful Raymund
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I have to try making pavlova! Maybe I should do it with the leftovers from the fruit tart I made…
Looks lovely and delicious! I have to make this. Happy birthday to your daughter!
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Your pavlova looks very pretty. I will have to give it a try one of these days.
I’ve always been hearing Pavlova though I’ve never had the chance to find out what exactly it was. That’s why I love visiting your blog, I learn a lot of new things. Hehe!
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I am so behind in visiting!! I love pavlova and yours looks just gorgeous!
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Pavlova is such a famous and delightful dessert! Yours is so colorful and looks very tasty as well! Sorry for being so late for the world on a plate but I was on vacations!
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