Desert Lime and Wattleseed Pavlova with Fresh Berries

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

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A light meringue dessert infused with native desert lime and wattleseed, topped with whipped cream and a medley of fresh Australian berries. This Australian-inspired recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, layers egg whites, caster sugar, cornstarch into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves 6 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 large egg whites
1 cup caster sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp white vinegar
1 tsp, ground wattleseed
1 tsp desert lime zest
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
2 cups mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a clean, dry bowl, beat 4 large egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Step 2: Gradually add 1 cup caster sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form. Gently fold in 1 tsp cornstarch, 1 tsp white vinegar, 1 tsp ground wattleseed, and 1 tsp desert lime zest.
Step 3: Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet forming a 7-inch circle with slightly raised edges. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes until the outside is crisp and the inside is marshmallow-soft. Turn off the oven and leave the meringue inside to cool completely for 1 hour.
Step 4: While the pavlova cools, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Step 5: Once cooled, transfer the pavlova to a serving plate. Top with the whipped cream and scatter 2 cups of mixed fresh berries evenly over the top before serving.