10 May 2025
Cook time 55 min
Prep time 20 min
Ingredients:
4 egg whites
1 cup sugar
1 tsp corn flour
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp lemon juice
3 bananas
3 passion fruits
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and draw a circle approximately 20cm (8 inches) in diameter.
2. Prepare the Meringue Base
- In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the 4 egg whites using an electric mixer on medium speed until they form soft peaks.
- Gradually add the 1 cup sugar (200g), one tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is glossy and forms stiff peaks.
- Sprinkle the 1 tsp corn flour (5g), 1 tsp vanilla extract (4g), and 1 tsp lemon juice (5g) over the meringue. Gently fold these ingredients into the meringue using a spatula until well combined.
3. Shape the Meringue
- Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking tray within the drawn circle. Use the back of the spoon to spread it out evenly and create a slight depression in the center for holding the filling later.
4. Bake the Meringue
- Place the meringue in the preheated oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 120°C (250°F).
- Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the meringue is crisp on the outside and slightly soft inside. Turn off the oven and leave the meringue to cool completely in the oven with the door ajar.
5. Prepare the Fruit Topping
- While the meringue is cooling, peel and slice the 3 bananas (360g).
- Scoop out the pulp of the 3 passion fruits (120g) into a small bowl.
6. Assemble the Pavlova
- Once the meringue is completely cool, carefully place it on a serving platter.
- Arrange the banana slices over the meringue base.
- Drizzle the passion fruit pulp over the bananas for a refreshing tropical touch.
7. Serve and Enjoy
- Your beautiful and delicious pavlova is now ready to be served. Slice and enjoy this light and airy dessert with your loved ones!