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Strawberry Pavlova
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Strawberry Pavlova

A crisp meringue shell with a soft marshmallow center, piled with whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Light and dramatic.

Prep30 min
Cook1 hr 30 min
Total2 hr
Serves8

What you'll need

Nonstick baking sheetsFor roasting and baking
Mixing bowl setFor mixing and marinating
Silicone spatula setFor stirring and flipping

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Ingredients

  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 cup superfine sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries

Steps

  1. Heat the oven to 250°F. Beat egg whites to soft peaks, adding sugar a spoonful at a time until stiff and glossy.
  2. Fold in cornstarch, vinegar and vanilla.
  3. Shape a 8-inch nest on parchment. Bake 90 minutes, then cool in the oven.
  4. Top with whipped cream and strawberries.

TipCool it in the turned-off oven so it doesn't crack.