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Easy Pavlova with Mango & Passion Fruit

A delightful dessert that features a cloud-like meringue topped with luscious mango and tangy passion fruit.

Ingredients

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  • 150 ml egg whites (approximately 4 large egg whites, at room temperature)
  • 1 cup caster sugar (215 grams, superfine sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon cornflour
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar (or cream of tartar or lemon juice)
  • 450 ml heavy cream (suitable for whipping)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 23 tablespoons icing sugar
  • 2 mangoes (fresh, sliced)
  • Passion fruit pulp (extra)
  • 1 lime zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F).
  2. Prepare your baking sheet. Line it with parchment paper and mark a circle (about 8-9 inches in diameter) with a pencil.
  3. Whip the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the caster sugar, continuing to whip until thick and glossy.
  5. Add in cornflour and vinegar, folding gently to maintain air in the mixture.
  6. Mound the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet using the circle as a guide.
  7. Bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, then turn off the oven and allow to cool completely inside.
  8. Prepare the cream topping by beating the heavy cream with vanilla bean paste and icing sugar until soft peaks form.
  9. Assemble your Pavlova by transferring to a serving platter, spooning whipped cream on top.
  10. Top with sliced mangoes and passion fruit pulp, adding lime zest if desired.

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for optimal whipping. Store leftover Pavlova in an airtight container at room temperature for a day.

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Keywords: Pavlova, dessert, mango, passion fruit, meringue