Holiday Pavlova “Tree of Joy” 🎄
Build a festive centerpiece stacked with fruity sparkle and snowy sweetness ❄️🍓
A dreamy winter dessert—crisp on the outside, soft inside, and bursting with vibrant fruit.
🧾 INGREDIENTS
🍬 Meringue Layers
- 6 egg whites (room temperature)
- 300 g caster sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
🍦 Whipped Cream Filling
- 500 ml heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
🍓 Fruit & Decoration
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup strawberries, halved
- Pulp of 2 passion fruits
- ½ cup chocolate-dipped cherries or berries
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Dark chocolate star (optional)
✨ Before You Begin
Every slice delivers crunchy edges, a marshmallow-like middle, and bright, tangy fruit.
🔢 INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F). Line three baking sheets with parchment and sketch a circle on each (small, medium, large).
- Whip the egg whites until soft peaks form. Slowly add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time.
- Mix in the cornstarch, vinegar, and vanilla, and beat until thick, glossy, and firm.
- Spread the meringue onto the prepared trays, forming three discs sized like a tree. Create swirls with a spatula.
- Bake for 1½ hours, then turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside completely.
- Whip the cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
- Place the largest meringue layer on a platter, spread with whipped cream, and add fruit. Repeat with the remaining layers.
- Spoon the passion fruit pulp over the top and tuck chocolate-dipped berries around the layers.
- Dust with powdered sugar for a snowy look.
- Finish with a chocolate star and serve right away or chill lightly before serving.
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Bake Time: 1.5 hours
🍽️ Serves: 10–12
📈 Difficulty: Medium
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