Pavlova is a classic dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. It is a meringue-based cake that is typically topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit. The meringue is made from egg whites, sugar, and vinegar, and it is baked until it is crisp on the outside and marshmallow-y on the inside. The whipped cream is made from heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract, and it is piped onto the cooled meringue. The fresh fruit can be any type of fruit that you like, but berries, citrus fruits, and tropical fruits are all popular choices.
This article contains three different recipes for pavlova. The first recipe is for a classic pavlova with whipped cream and berries. The second recipe is for a chocolate pavlova with chocolate whipped cream and chocolate shavings. The third recipe is for a lemon pavlova with lemon curd and fresh raspberries. All three recipes are easy to follow and make a delicious and impressive dessert.
EASY PAVLOVA
In this elegant dessert, a crisp white meringue layer is filled with whipped cream and fresh fruit. To keep your meringue from being flat and grainy, try beating egg whites until stiff but not dry. Overbeaten egg whites lose volume and deflate when folded into other ingredients. Also, when beating in sugar, beat in about 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well between each addition. Then beat until meringue is thick, white and glossy. Be absolutely sure not a particle of grease or egg yolk gets into the whites.
Provided by Rosina
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Pavlova Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Draw a 9-inch circle on the parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Gradually add in the sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat until thick and glossy. Gently fold in vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Spoon mixture inside the circle drawn on the parchment paper. Working from the center, spread mixture toward the outside edge, building edge slightly. This should leave a slight depression in the center.
- Bake for 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form; set aside. Remove the paper, and place meringue on a flat serving plate. Fill the center of the meringue with whipped cream, and top with kiwifruit slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 81.5 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 52.2 mg, Sugar 36.6 g
THE BEST PAVLOVA
Australian dessert with a meringue base, topped with fresh cream and fruit. This is a recipe that I have experimented with and all my friends and family say it's the best pavlova they've ever tasted!
Provided by Virginia
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Pavlova Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Draw a 9 inch circle on the parchment. An easy way to do this is to draw around the outside of a 9 inch pan with a pencil.
- In a large bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until soft peaks form. Add 3/4 cup of the sugar gradually, while continuing to whip. Make sure sugar is completely dissolved. Mix together the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with the cornstarch; lightly fold into meringue with lemon juice.
- Spread a layer of meringue to fit circle on parchment, approximately 1/4 inch thick. With remainder of mixture, pipe or spoon swirls around the edges to form a shallow bowl shape.
- Bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 1 hour. Turn off oven, but leave meringue in oven for an additional 30 minutes. When cool, the meringue should be hard on the outside, and slightly moist on the inside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream and half a cup of confectioners sugar, and whip until thickened. Decorate with fruit of your choice; strawberries are excellent.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 23.7 mg, Sugar 23.1 g
PAVLOVA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a mixer fitted with a whisk attachment (or using a hand mixer), whip the egg whites, cream of tartar and salt in a clean, dry bowl until foamy. Add the granulated sugar, cornstarch, vinegar, and vanilla and continue whipping until stiff, smooth and glossy, about 8 minutes more. On a sheet of parchment paper cut to fit a sheet pan, use a pencil to draw or trace a circle 9-inches in diameter. Line the sheet pan with the parchment, pencil side down (you should still be able to see the circle). Spoon the egg whites into the circle, using the back of the spoon to smooth the top and sides of the disk. Bake in the center of the oven for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 300 degrees and bake until the meringue has puffed up and cracked on the top and the surface is lightly browned to the color of cafe au lait, about 45 minutes more. Turn off the oven, prop the oven door open, and let the pavlova cool in the oven at least 30 minutes, to room temperature. This ensures a gradual cooling, which protects the delicate meringue.
- Whip the cream and brown sugar together until stiff. Spoon it in the center of the cooled pavlova and spread out to within 1/2-inch of the edge. Arrange the slices of kiwi around the edge. Arrange the slices of strawberry in the middle. To serve, slice into wedges with a serrated knife.
PERFECT PAVLOVA
Make one of the most iconic summer desserts - pavlova. This recipe boasts a crisp, white shell and marshmallowy centre. It's perfect for al fresco dining
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield Serves 10-12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a large baking sheet with baking parchment. Using an 18cm round cake tin or plate as a guide, draw a circle on the parchment, then flip it over. Heat the oven to 130C/110C fan/gas ½.
- Rub the reserved lemon half around the inside of a large bowl or stand mixer, then wipe with kitchen paper to remove any butter or oil. Tip in the egg whites and whisk with an electric whisk or the mixer on a low speed until the whites form small, foamy bubbles, about 1-2 mins. Keep going until the mix looks like shaving foam, then add the sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, until it's a thick, glossy meringue. Rub some between your fingers - if you can feel any grains of sugar, keep whisking for a few minutes. Add the cornflour, lemon juice and vanilla, and whisk for another 30 seconds.
- Spoon the meringue onto the baking parchment, into the centre of the circle, and spread it out to the edges with a palette knife. Swipe the knife around the edge, then smooth the top. Bake for 15 mins, then turn the oven down to 100C/80C fan/gas ¼ and bake for 1 hr. Turn the oven off and leave the pavlova inside to cool for at least 2 hrs, or overnight.
- When you're ready to serve, carefully invert the pavlova and peel away the parchment. Don't worry if it cracks a little - it will be covered by the toppings. Toppings to tryWatermelon, lime & mint sugar pavlovaBanana, tahini & salted caramel pavlovaCherry, almond & vanilla custard pavlova
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 29 grams sugar, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.08 milligram of sodium
PAVLOVA
This beautiful torte was named after the Russian ballerina Pavlova because it's light and airy-and gets rave reviews! I adapted it from one made with only kiwi fruit. My family prefers this kiwi/strawberry combination. It's best not to make Pavlova on a humid day. Be sure it cools gradually, away from drafts...that way it won't get "chewy".
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and cornstarch, beating until stiff and glossy. Beat in vinegar and vanilla. (Test meringue by rubbing between thumb and finger--it should not be grainy.) , Spread meringue on a foil or parchment-lined 12-in. pizza pan (or form in any shape desired). Bake at 275° for 50-60 minutes; turn off heat and allow to stand in oven for at least 1 hour. , Make cream layer by whipping cream, sugar and vanilla until stiff. Spread over top of cooled meringue. Arrange fruit in attractive patter over top of cream layer. Set aside. Combine glaze ingredients in small saucepan. Bring to a boil to thicken. Cool. Brush glaze over fruit to seal with small, soft brush. Chill until serving time.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use the freshest eggs possible. Older eggs will not whip up as well and the meringue will not be as stable.
- Make sure the bowl and beaters are completely clean and free of any grease. Any residue can prevent the meringue from whipping up properly.
- Whip the meringue on medium speed until stiff peaks form. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
- Gradually add the sugar to the meringue, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whip. This will help prevent the meringue from becoming grainy.
- Continue whipping the meringue until it is glossy and thick. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
- When adding the cornstarch and vinegar, do so gently and slowly. Over-mixing at this stage can cause the meringue to deflate.
- Bake the pavlova in a preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the meringue is set and lightly browned.
- Turn off the oven and leave the pavlova in the oven to cool completely. This will help prevent the meringue from cracking.
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