Description
A pavlova grazing platter is a delightful dessert featuring crisp meringue, fresh fruit, and creamy toppings. It’s perfect for sharing and impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 cups mixed fresh fruit (berries, kiwi, mango)
- 2 tbsp honey or chocolate sauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar, vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla, beating until glossy.
- Spread meringue into a circle on the baking sheet. Create a slight dip in the center.
- Bake for 1 hour. Turn off the oven and let the meringue cool inside for another hour.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream over the cooled meringue. Top with fresh fruit, nuts, and drizzle with honey or chocolate sauce.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the bowl for whipping egg whites is clean and grease-free.
- Let the meringue cool slowly to prevent cracking.
- Assemble just before serving to keep the meringue crisp.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pavlova, grazing platter, dessert, meringue, fruit