The Perfect Pavlova Recipe: Easy Steps for a Light, Heavenly Treat
This pavlova recipe is a simple way to make a delicious dessert that is light and airy, perfect for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Whip the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the sugar until the mixture is glossy and firm.
- Gently fold in the vinegar and cornstarch.
- Spread the meringue onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping it into a round disc.
- Bake for about 1 hour until the meringue is crisp.
- Turn off the oven and let the meringue cool inside.
- Whip the cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Top the cooled meringue with whipped cream and berries.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature eggs.
- Ensure no yolk mixes with the egg whites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg