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Mary Berry Easter Pavlova Recipe

Mary Berry Easter Pavlova recipe
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Mary Berry’s Easter Pavlova is a baked meringue dessert made from whipped egg whites and sugar, shaped into a large nest. Once baked, it is topped with whipped cream and a colorful mix of seasonal fruits and Easter decorations, like mini chocolate eggs. The contrast between the crisp meringue shell and soft interior makes it a light yet indulgent treat.

Ingredients

For the meringue base:

  • Egg Whites (4 large)

  • Caster Sugar (250g / 1¼ cups)

  • Cornflour (1 tsp)

  • Lemon Juice (1 tsp)

  • Vanilla Extract (½ tsp)

For the topping:

  • Double Cream (300ml / 1¼ cups, chilled)

  • Icing Sugar (1 tbsp, optional)

  • Fresh Fruit (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, kiwi)

  • Mini Chocolate Eggs (1 small bag, for decoration)

  • Optional: Edible flowers, grated white chocolate, or passion fruit pulp

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 140°C (120°C fan) / 275°F / Gas Mark 1. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and draw a 20cm (8-inch) circle as a guide.

Step 2: Whip the egg whites

  1. Place the egg whites into a clean, dry mixing bowl.

  2. Whisk on high speed until soft peaks form.

  3. Gradually add the caster sugar, one spoonful at a time, whisking continuously until stiff, glossy peaks form.

Step 3: Fold in remaining ingredients

Gently fold in the cornflour, vinegar, and vanilla extract using a spatula.

Step 4: Shape and bake

  1. Spoon the mixture onto the prepared tray, spreading it into a circle and creating a slight dip in the center.

  2. Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and leave the meringue inside to cool completely with the door closed. This prevents cracking.

Step 5: Prepare the cream topping

  1. Whip the double cream until soft peaks form.

  2. Sweeten with icing sugar if desired.

Step 6: Assemble the pavlova

  1. Once the meringue is cool, transfer it to a serving plate.

  2. Spoon over the whipped cream.

  3. Decorate with fresh fruit and mini eggs for an Easter-themed finish.

Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-easter-pavlova-recipe/