How to Make A Drama Queen's Pavlova - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to desserts, few are as dramatic and impressive as Pavlova. This meringue-based dessert with a crisp exterior and marshmallow-like interior is a showstopper at any gathering. Named after the famous Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, this elegant dessert originated in either Australia or New Zealand, and has since gained popularity worldwide.

But what sets this recipe apart is not just the traditional Pavlova, but the Drama Queen's Pavlova. This version of the classic desser...

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Ingredients

  • 6 egg whites
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vinegar
  • 2 cups castor sugar or superfine sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsweetened flaked coconut (Optional)
  • 2 cups sweetened whipped cream
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 kiwifruit, peeled, halved lengthwise, and sliced
  • 1 fresh peach - peeled, pitted and sliced
  • ½ cup fresh blueberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). You will be turning the temperature down to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) when you put this in to bake. Line a 9 or 10 inch round glass dish with parchment paper.
  • Combine the egg whites and salt in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer, or stand mixer using a whisk attachment until able to form soft peaks. Sprinkle in the sugar 1 tablespoon at a time while continuing to whip to stiff peaks. Stir in the vanilla and vinegar, and fold in coconut if using. Spread evenly into the prepared glass dish, making sure to spread out to all of the edges.
  • Place the Pavlova into the oven, and immediately reduce the temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the top is crisp and a pale straw color. Leave in the oven, and turn off the heat. Let it stay in the oven until the oven has cooled completely.
  • Once the Pavlova is cooled, top generously with sweetened whipped cream. Arrange the strawberries, kiwis, peaches and blueberries in beautiful concentric circles on top.
  • Nutrition

    207 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 56mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 37g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 129mg