SERVES: 8
Desserts can feel a bit wintry, but this berry pavlova is perfect for summer dining. Mounds of juicy fresh berries sitting on gently whipped cream and scattered with fresh mint leaves, all resting on a perfectly crisp and chewy meringue – it’s a real taste of hot, sunny days. Ingredients 4 large egg whites 225g caster sugar 1 tsp white wine vinegar 1 tsp cornflour For the topping 350ml double cream 150g strawberries, halved or quartered 150g raspberries 150g redcurrants 100g blueberries To finish Finely grated zest of 1 lemon Few sprigs of mint Method 1. Heat your oven to 130C (150C non-fan). Line a large baking tray with a sheet of baking paper. In a large, clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. Gradually whisk in the caster sugar, a spoonful at a time, until it is all incorporated and you have a thick, glossy meringue. Fold in the wine vinegar and cornflour. 2. Spread the meringue into a circle, about 23cm in diameter, on the lined baking tray. Bake for 1 hour, then switch off the oven and leave the pavlova inside to cool completely. 3. Whip the cream in a bowl to soft peaks, then spread over the top of the meringue. Arrange the fruits on top, grate over a little zest and finish with a scattering of mint leaves.
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