Pavlova with Winter Fruits
Pavlova with Winter Fruits is a stunning dessert that combines a crispy meringue shell with a soft, marshmallow-like center, topped with a vibrant medley of seasonal fruits. This light and airy treat, perfect for winter gatherings, features the delightful contrast of sweet whipped cream and tangy fruits like pomegranates, oranges, and kiwis. Easy to make yet impressive in presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite at any festive occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian/New Zealand
Ingredients
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- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar (preferably superfine)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mixed winter fruits (e.g., pomegranates, oranges, kiwis)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and draw an 8-inch circle.
- In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form and mixture is glossy.
- Gently fold in cornstarch and vinegar.
- Spoon or pipe the meringue into the circle on the baking sheet, creating swirls for texture.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes until firm but slightly soft in the center. Turn off the oven and let cool inside with the door ajar.
- Once cooled, whip heavy cream to soft peaks, then top the meringue with cream and arrange winter fruits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (92g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 95mg