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Tropical Pineapple Pavlova

A delightful dessert featuring a crispy meringue shell, luscious whipped cream, and fresh pineapple that brings the taste of the tropics to your table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meringue Base
  • 4 large egg whites Room temperature for better volume
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Add gradually for best results
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch For stability
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Toppings
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Whipped until soft peaks form
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced Alternatively, use other fruits like mango or kiwi
  • mint leaves for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the vanilla extract, cornstarch, and vinegar.
  5. Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping it into a circle with a slight well in the center.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 1 hour or until the meringue is dry and can be easily lifted off the parchment paper.
  2. Turn off the oven and let it cool completely inside.
Topping
  1. Once cooled, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the meringue base.
  2. Top with fresh pineapple and additional mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about 1-2 days. For best results, prepare the meringue a day in advance and add cream and pineapple right before serving.