Description
Mother’s Day Strawberry Pavlova is a heavenly dessert that combines the lightness of meringue with the sweetness of fresh strawberries. This elegant dish is perfect for celebrating the incredible women in our lives, making it a delightful centerpiece for your Mother’s Day festivities. With its crisp exterior and soft marshmallow-like center, this pavlova is sure to impress and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper, drawing an 8-inch circle.
- In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until frothy; add a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add sugar while mixing on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form (5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in vinegar and vanilla.
- Spoon meringue onto the prepared tray, shaping it into peaks.
- Bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes until dry but slightly soft inside. Turn off the oven and let it cool completely inside.
- Once cooled, peel off parchment paper, whip cream to soft peaks, spread over pavlova, and top with strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Not specified
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in lemon zest or swap strawberries for seasonal fruits like kiwis or raspberries. Store leftover pavlova in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.