Spiced Cranberry & Orange Pavlova
Spiced Cranberry & Orange Pavlova is a stunning dessert that combines a crispy meringue shell with a soft, marshmallow-like interior, topped with tart cranberries and zesty orange. This delightful treat is perfect for festive occasions or cozy gatherings, delivering a flavor explosion that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Easy to make with simple ingredients, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while adding a touch of elegance to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Not specified
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup superfine granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (bright red)
- Zest and juice of 1 orange
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar one tablespoon at a time, beating on high until glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold in cornstarch and vinegar until combined.
- Spoon meringue onto the baking sheet, shaping into a circle with a slight well in the center.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until firm to the touch but slightly soft inside. Leave the oven door ajar for cooling.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then top the pavlova with whipped cream and cranberry-orange mixture before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: To add more flavor, consider incorporating vanilla or almond extract into the meringue. For variations, swap cranberries with pomegranate seeds or figs. Store leftover pavlova in an airtight container at room temperature.