This pavlova has a light and crispy outside with a deliciously soft and chewy inside. Topped with a sweet cream topping and fresh fruit, it’s a dessert that will stand out at any gathering! I love desserts that use fresh fruit! They are fun to make all year long, and I love that they add in a delicious flavor no matter what you top them on. Try out this gorgeous Strawberry Tart, this yummy Lemon Berry Trifle or this Mouth-Watering Fruit Pizza.
What is Pavlova?
This incredibly beautiful cake was named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova in the 1920s after her tour to Australia and New Zealand. It is a simple recipe that is often used at celebrations like birthdays or Christmas! This delicious dessert is made from egg whites, and that’s how you get that delicious texture! The middle tastes like a marshmallow and is SO good! The meringue only uses five simple ingredients, and the topping is just as easy! Not only does this recipe have a delicious, sweet taste, but the fresh fruit on top really adds a fresh element that brings this cake to life. It’s a delicious dessert that will have all of your guests asking for another slice!
Ingredients in Pavlova
You will be so surprised to find out that this pavlova only uses five simple ingredients. And you probably already have all of them ready to go in your kitchen! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.
Egg Whites: Let your eggs sit out so that they can come to room temperature before you mix them in. Granulated Sugar: This adds a sweetness making it a delicious dessert! Cornstarch: This is what will help you achieve that crispy outside texture with the soft and chewy center on the inside. Lemon Juice: The lemon juice adds a bright flavor to the cake. Plus, the acidity helps the egg whites hold air so that they can form peaks! Vanilla Extract: Add a splash of vanilla for some delicious flavor!
Topping
Heavy Whipping Cream: Keep this in your fridge until you are ready to use it. You want it as chilled as possible. Powdered Sugar: This dissolves easily, creating a deliciously smooth topping. Berries and Fruit: I love using raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and kiwi fruit to put on top of my pavlova!
How to Make This Pavlova Recipe
This pavlova is simple and easy, yet it looks like you are a professional baker! You MUST try this recipe out. It will impress all of your family and friends!
Let it Cool: You DON’T want to serve this too soon and not let it completely cool, or it will get soggy. Leave it in the oven (after you’ve turned it off, of course!) to let it cool. I left mine in overnight just to make sure that it was fully ready for my guests the next day! Toppings: The deliciousness doesn’t have to stop at fruit! You can drizzle on some caramel sauce, some chocolate sauce or add on things like sprinkles, chocolate chips, or even some other flavors of fruit! The base of this dessert is so versatile that it can go with just about everything!
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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.
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