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The Best Pavlova Recipe Ever!

The Best Pavlova Recipe Ever for Your Summer Gatherings

The Best Pavlova Recipe Ever! A delightful gluten-free dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites Use at room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar Super fine sugar is ideal
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Essence Vanilla bean paste works beautifully
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar Stabilizes the meringue
  • 2 tablespoons Cornflour (Cornstarch) Adds structure and texture
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream Adds richness and creaminess
  • 2 cups Fresh Berries e.g., strawberries, blueberries

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Pizza Tray
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and clean your mixing bowl with vinegar-soaked paper towels.
  2. In a sanitized mixing bowl, whisk egg whites and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually add sugar, about ¼ cup at a time, whisking until thick and glossy.
  4. Whip on high speed for an additional 3 minutes until shiny and stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold in the cornflour, vanilla, and vinegar mixture into the meringue.
  6. Dollop meringue onto parchment-lined tray, shaping into a circle with a slight well in the center.
  7. Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 1 to 1.25 hours until lightly browned and dry to the touch.
  8. Turn off oven and let pavlova cool inside for about 3 hours.
  9. Whip cream until soft peaks form and spread into the center of the pavlova, topping with fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure no egg yolks mix with egg whites for optimal whipping. Add sugar slowly for best results. Serve with toppings just before serving for freshness.

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