Brenda'S Classic Australian Pavlova Recipe

Name: Brenda'S Classic Australian Pavlova
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 egg whites, room temperature; 4 tablespoons cold water; 1 cup caster sugar (superfine sugar); 1/4 cup powdered sugar; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 1 teaspoon vinegar; 3 teaspoons cornstarch; fresh whipped cream; fruit, of your choice (kiwi, berries, pineapple, etc)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 275 degrees.
2
Beat egg whites until very stiff. Gradually add water beating between teaspoons.
3
Add sugar VERYgradually. Take your time and don't hurry this step. Then beat in the salt, vanilla, vinegar and cornstarch.
4
Shape meringue into a large 10 inch circle on parchment paper thats been placed on a cookie sheet.
5
Build up the sides by laying coils of meringue one on top of the other to approximately a 1 inch depth. Or, you could spread the meringue with a spoon, using it to build up the sides.
6
Bake for 1 hour.
7
Turn off oven and leave tart inside for another hour.
8
Gently peel off the parchment paper.
9
Fill with whipped cream and top with fruit.

382

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 egg whites, room temperature, 4 tablespoons cold water, 1 cup caster sugar (superfine sugar), 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and more.

Yes, Brenda'S Classic Australian Pavlova falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brenda'S Classic Australian Pavlova

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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