Description
Indulge in the beauty and taste of a Pavlova Wreath, a delightful meringue dessert that combines a crisp shell with a soft center, topped with luscious whipped cream and vibrant mixed berries. This stunning treat is perfect for romantic occasions like Valentine’s Day or festive gatherings, promising to impress your guests and satisfy their sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (fine)
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy; gradually add sugar while whisking until stiff peaks form (5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in white vinegar and vanilla extract.
- Spoon meringue onto the baking sheet in a wreath shape with a slight indentation in the center.
- Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and leave the meringue inside to cool completely (about 1 hour).
- Whip heavy cream to soft peaks.
- Once cooled, top the pavlova with whipped cream, arrange mixed berries on top, and garnish with mint leaves.
- Serve immediately or let guests admire before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg