Spiced Wattleseed and Macadamia Pavlova with Passionfruit

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A delicate meringue dessert infused with native wattleseed and topped with macadamia nuts and fresh passionfruit pulp. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 95 minutes pairs large egg whites, caster sugar, ground wattleseed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 75 min Serves 6 Australian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and draw a 7-inch circle.
  2. Step 2: In a clean bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
  3. Step 3: Gradually add 1 cup caster sugar, 1 tbsp ground wattleseed, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp white vinegar while continuing to beat on high speed until stiff glossy peaks form.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the meringue onto the circle on the parchment paper, shaping with a slight well in the center. Sprinkle 1/2 cup roughly chopped macadamia nuts evenly on top.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes until crisp on the outside. Turn off oven and leave meringue inside with door ajar for 1 hour to cool.
  6. Step 6: Whip 1 cup heavy cream with 1 tsp vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  7. Step 7: Transfer cooled pavlova to a serving plate, top with whipped cream and spoon 1/2 cup fresh passionfruit pulp over the cream before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Wattleseed and Macadamia Pavlova with Passionfruit take to make?

Total time is about 95 minutes (20 min prep + 75 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spiced Wattleseed and Macadamia Pavlova with Passionfruit?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large egg whites from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Wattleseed and Macadamia Pavlova with Passionfruit?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spiced Wattleseed and Macadamia Pavlova with Passionfruit for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spiced Wattleseed and Macadamia Pavlova with Passionfruit?

Australian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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