Easy Pavlova

This pavlova has a crisp meringue exterior and soft, fluffy center; top with mounds of whipped cream and fresh fruit for a showstopping dessert.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 373 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 4 large egg whites
• 1 pint heavy cream
• 1.25 cups white sugar
• 6 kiwi, peeled and sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).

Step 2

Spoon mixture inside the circle drawn on the parchment paper. Working from the center, spread mixture toward the outside edge and build the edge slightly. This should leave a slight depression in the center.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until meringue is dry and sounds hollow when tapped, about 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack.

Step 4

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; draw a 9-inch circle on the parchment paper.

Step 5

Gently fold in cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.

Step 6

Beat heavy cream in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form; set aside. Remove meringue from the parchment paper and place on a flat serving plate.

Step 7

Fill center of meringue with whipped cream and top with kiwi slices.

Step 8

Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff but not dry. Gradually add sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until meringue is thick, white, and glossy.

Step 9

Top with fruit and enjoy!