Description
A delightful meringue-based dessert with a crisp shell and soft interior, perfect for serving with fresh berries.
Ingredients
- 6 egg whites (at room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tsp cornflour
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 1 cup cream (for whipping)
- Fresh strawberries or other berries (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Soak a paper towel in white vinegar, wipe down your mixing bowl and whisk attachment, then discard the paper towel.
- Whisk egg whites and a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking after each addition for about a minute until the sugar dissolves.
- After incorporating all sugar, whisk on high for three minutes until thick and glossy.
- Combine cornflour, vinegar, and vanilla essence in a small bowl, then add to the meringue and whisk until just combined.
- Line a 12-inch round pizza tray with parchment paper.
- Scoop meringue onto the tray, forming a circle about 8-9 inches in diameter.
- Shape the pavlova using a spatula to create neat lines.
- Lower the oven temperature to 250°F (120°C) and place the pavlova in the oven.
- Bake for 1 to 1 hour and 15 minutes until lightly browned and dry to the touch.
- Turn off the oven and leave the pavlova inside for three hours to cool completely.
Notes
Use room-temperature egg whites for best results. Avoid making pavlova on humid days.
