Delia Smith Pavlova Recipe
Do you want a dessert that's light and sweet? Try Delia Smith Pavlova Recipe. This dessert is simple and yummy, perfect for sunny days when you want something tasty.
Ingredients
For the Meringue:
- 4 large egg whites (at room temperature)
- 225 g caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Cornflour
- 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Toppings:
- 300 ml Double cream (chilled)
- Fresh fruits (such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango, etc.)
- Mint leaves or edible flowers (for garnish)
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F) or 130°C (275°F) for the fan oven.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar, and whisk until glossy.
- Gently fold in vinegar, cornflour, and vanilla.
- Spoon the mixture on the sheet, and make a round or oval shape.
- Create a nest-like shape with center well if desired.
- Place meringue, reduce oven to 140°C (275°F) or 120°C (250°F) for fan oven.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes until light golden.
- Cool meringue in a slightly open oven.
- Whip cream to soft peaks.
- Slice and prepare fresh fruits.
- Transfer the meringue to the plate.
- Fill the center with cream evenly.
- Garnish with mint or flowers.
- Serve immediately after assembling.
- Cut slices, and savour the blend of textures and flavours.
Notes
- Use eggs at room temperature for better meringue.
- Beat until it's stiff and peasy.
- Add sugar slowly to keep it fluffy.