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Pavlova Cake

Name: Pavlova Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 6 large egg whites; 300 g caster sugar; 10 g cornstarch; 5 ml white vinegar; 5 ml vanilla extract; 500 ml cold heavy cream; 500 g mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries); 1 handful fresh mint leaves (optional)

Difficulty

medium

Time

Price Category

average

Calories

High

Pavlova cake is a stunning, light dessert characterized by a crispy exterior, a soft, marshmallow-like interior, and a rich whipped cream and fruit topping. It is named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova and is considered a national dessert in Australia and New Zealand. It's a perfect choice for festive occasions or whenever you crave something truly special. Its preparation requires some attention, but the result is well worth the effort.

ingredients

8 Servings

6 large egg whites300 g caster sugar10 g cornstarch5 ml white vinegar5 ml vanilla extract500 ml cold heavy cream500 g mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)1 handful fresh mint leaves (optional)

Steps

Prepare and Bake

Preheat your oven to 120°C (100°C for fan-assisted ovens). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and draw a 20-22 cm diameter circle on it. In a clean, grease-free bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the caster sugar, one tablespoon at a time, continuously whisking until you get a glossy, firm meringue that holds its shape. Gently fold in the cornstarch, white vinegar, and vanilla extract. Spoon the meringue onto the drawn circle on the parchment paper, shaping it into a nest with higher edges. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, then turn off the oven and let the meringue cool completely inside, for at least 1-2 hours or even overnight.

Assemble

Once the meringue is completely cool, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully transfer the meringue base to a serving plate. Spoon the whipped cream onto the meringue, then generously top with the mixed berries. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if using.

Serve

Serve immediately to ensure the meringue remains crisp. Enjoy this light and fruity dessert!

Extra Tips

► For the perfect meringue, ensure your bowl and whisk are completely grease-free and your egg whites are at room temperature.

► Do not open the oven door during baking, and let the meringue cool completely inside the oven to prevent it from collapsing.

► Pavlova is best assembled just before serving to keep the meringue crisp.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 150g / 5.3 oz
Calories	380 kcal	570 kcal
Protein	4.5 g	6.8 g
Fat	22 g	33 g
Carbohydrate	40 g	60 g
Fiber	1.5 g	2.3 g
Sugar	38 g	57 g

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