Australian Strawberry Pavlova
A classic Australian dessert featuring meringue, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
- β3 large egg whitesRoom temperature
- β1 cup granulated sugarWhite sugar
- β2 cups, hulled and sliced strawberriesFresh
- β1 cup heavy creamWhipping cream
- β1 tsp vanilla extractPure extract
- β2 tbsp confectioners' sugarPowdered sugar
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200Β°F (90Β°C) with a rack in the lower third.
- 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 3
In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
- 4
Gradually add granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
- 5
Spoon meringue onto prepared baking sheet, forming a round shape.
- 6
Bake for 1 1/2 hours or until crisp and dry.
- 7
Allow meringue to cool completely.
- 8
In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- 9
Add vanilla extract and confectioners' sugar; whip until combined.
- 10
To assemble, place meringue on a serving plate, top with whipped cream, and arrange strawberries on top.
- 11
Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.