Pavlova with Seasonal Fruit

Name: Pavlova with Seasonal Fruit
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Australian
Ingredients: 4 egg whites; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 cups, sliced strawberries; 2, sliced kiwi; 1 cup whipped cream

A light, crisp meringue base topped with fresh seasonal fruit and whipped cream for a classic Australian dessert.

Cuisine: Australian

Category: Desserts

Prep: 25 minutes. Cook: 75 minutes.

Serves 6.

Ingredients

4 egg whites
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
2 cups, sliced strawberries
2, sliced kiwi
1 cup whipped cream

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C); line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Beat 4 egg whites with an electric mixer on medium-high until soft peaks form; gradually add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until glossy and stiff peaks form (about 5 minutes).
Step 3: Fold in 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Spoon meringue onto prepared baking sheet, shaping into a 6-inch round; smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 5: Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes; turn off oven and let pavlova cool inside for 1 hour.
Step 6: Remove from oven, cool completely on a wire rack, then top with 2 cups sliced strawberries, 2 sliced kiwis, and 1 cup whipped cream before serving.