Ultimate Pavlova Recipe: Light, Airy, and Delicious!

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar, divided
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3 large egg whites
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1.25 cups heavy whipping cream
• 0.5 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 pint fresh strawberries

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and drawing a 9-inch circle on the paper's surface.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of sugar and cornstarch until well combined.
3. In a clean glass, metal, or ceramic bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks begin to form. Gradually add the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar while continuously beating until the sugar is fully dissolved and stiff, glossy peaks are achieved. Gently fold in the cornstarch mixture and lemon juice.
4. Spread a thin, 1/4-inch layer of meringue within the drawn circle on the prepared baking sheet. Use a piping bag or spoon to create a decorative edge around the circle with the remaining meringue, forming a shallow bowl shape. Feel free to make decorative swirls!
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. After baking, turn the oven off and allow the meringue to sit inside for 30 minutes without opening the door. The meringue should be firm on the outside and slightly moist on the inside.
6. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and confectioners' sugar with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Once the meringue has cooled completely, gently spread the whipped cream over the top and garnish with fresh strawberries.

Nutrition

• Calories: 186 kcal
• Fat Content: 9 g
• Fiber Content: 1 g
• Sugar Content: 23 g
• Sodium Content: 24 mg
• Protein Content: 2 g
• Cholesterol Content: 34 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 25 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g