World Flavors Cookbook

Pavlova

Name: Pavlova
Cook time: 90 min
Cuisine: Australia
Ingredients: 4 egg whites 1 1/4 cups caster sugar 1 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp white vinegar 300ml heavy cream, whipped Fresh fruit: Passionfruit, kiwi, strawberries, berries

A light and airy meringue cake with a crisp crust and soft, marshmallow-like center, topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

Cuisine: Australia

Ingredients

4 egg whites 1 1/4 cups caster sugar 1 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp white vinegar 300ml heavy cream, whipped Fresh fruit: Passionfruit, kiwi, strawberries, berries

Instructions

1. Whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar while whisking until thick and glossy. 2. Fold in cornstarch and vinegar. 3. Mound the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment, forming a circle. 4. Bake at 120°C (250°F) for 1.5 hours. Turn off the oven and let it cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar. 5. Just before serving, top with whipped cream and a bounty of fresh fruit.