Description
Indulge in the lightness of a Mother’s Day Strawberry Pavlova, a stunning dessert perfect for special occasions. This elegant treat features a crisp meringue shell that cradles a soft, chewy center, topped with fresh, juicy strawberries and whipped cream. Its refreshing sweetness and beautiful presentation will impress your loved ones, making it an unforgettable addition to your celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup caster sugar (200g)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (4g)
- 1 tsp white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240ml)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (300g)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and draw a circle as a guide.
- In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy. Gradually add caster sugar, beating until stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in cornstarch and vinegar or lemon juice until just combined.
- Spoon meringue onto the prepared sheet, shaping into a round disk with raised edges.
- Bake for about 1 hour until dry outside but slightly soft inside. Cool in the oven with the door ajar.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and spread over cooled pavlova. Top with sliced strawberries before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg