The Best Pavlova

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; draw a 9-inch circle in the center of the paper.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Whisk 1/4 cup sugar and cornstarch together in a small bowl.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 3/4 cup sugar, continuing to beat until sugar is completely dissolved and stiff peaks form. Gently fold in cornstarch mixture and lemon juice.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Spread a 1/4-inch-thick layer of meringue onto the prepared baking sheet to fill the circle. Pipe or spoon remaining meringue to form a taller edge around the circle to create a shallow bowl, making decorative swirls if desired.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Turn the oven off. Let meringue sit in the oven for 30 minutes; do not open the door. After 30 minutes, remove meringue from the oven; it should be hard on the outside and slightly moist on the inside.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Beat cream and confectioners sugar in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Spread whipped cream over cooled meringue and top with strawberries.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (12 servings total)