Fresh Berry Pavlova with Citrus Cream
A crisp meringue nest filled with a cloud of fresh berries and zesty citrus cream, embodying light, airy freshness in every bite. This recipe, ready in about 105 minutes, layers egg whites, granulated sugar, and 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 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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.
Ingredients
- 4 large (at room temperature) egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 cup (sliced) fresh strawberries
- 2 (sliced) fresh kiwi
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Beat 4 egg whites with 1/2 tsp cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, beating until stiff and glossy, then fold in 1 tbsp cornstarch.
- Step 2: Scoop mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet into a 10-inch circle, creating a well in the center. Smooth the top with a spatula and bake for 1 hour 15 minutes until crisp and dry to the touch.
- Step 3: While meringue bakes, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 1 tsp lemon zest and 2 tbsp powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in 1 cup sliced strawberries and 1/2 cup raspberries.
- Step 4: Carefully transfer cooled meringue to a serving plate. Fill the center with berry mixture and top with 2 sliced kiwis. Serve immediately to prevent sogginess.








