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Holiday Citrus Pavlova

Holiday Citrus Pavlova

Celebrate with a delightful Holiday Citrus Pavlova featuring fluffy meringue and vibrant citrus fruits.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian
Keyword: Citrus, Dessert, Festive, Holiday Citrus Pavlova, Meringue, Pavlova
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Ingredients

Meringue Ingredients

  • 3 large egg whites use room temperature eggs for maximum volume
  • 1 cup granulated sugar helps to create a perfect crunchy shell
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch adds stability to the meringue
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar helps to strengthen the egg whites

Topping Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream whip to soft peaks
  • 2 oranges segmented adds vibrant color and tang
  • 1 grapefruit segmented provides refreshing tartness
  • 2 mandarins segmented perfect for this dessert

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whip the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the granulated sugar.
  • Fold in the cornstarch and white vinegar gently.
  • Spoon the meringue onto the baking sheet, shaping it into a round disk.
  • Bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes until dry to the touch.
  • Leave the meringue in the oven to cool completely.
  • Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and prepare the segmented fruits.
  • Top the cooled pavlova with whipped cream and arrange the citrus segments on top.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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