Mini Pavlovas
These mini pavlovas are a simple, single serve dessert topped with whipped cream, mixed berry compote, fresh berries, and mint!
Servings 8
Calories 107kcal
Ingredients
Pavlova
- 4 large egg whites room temperature
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Top With
- homemade whipped cream
- berry compote
- fresh berries
- fresh mint
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 225°F.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, add the egg whites and cream of tartar and whisk on medium speed until frothy.
- Gradually add in granulated sugar about 1 tablespoon at a time and increase mixer to medium-high speed. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form (about 5-6 minutes).
- Add in the cornstarch and very gently fold until completely incorporated. Be careful not to deflate the meringue while mixing.
- Spoon meringue into a piping bag fitted with a large tip (I use the Wilton 1M tip for these pavlovas).
- This is optional but I like to trace 3 inch circles on a piece of parchment paper. Then place a silicone liner over top to pipe the pavlovas onto.
- Pipe 3 inch mounds, at least 2 inches apart from each other, and use spoon to hollow out the surface slightly (so that you have a place for your toppings). Instead of a piping bag, you can also use a spoon to dollop the meringue inside the circles and use the spoon to shape into a nest with a slight hollow at the top.
- Bake at 225°F for 1 hour. Then turn off the oven (do not open!) and allow the pavlovas to continue drying in the oven for another 1-2 hours. The outsides should be fully dry to the touch and they should peel off easily.
- Once dry, top with whipped cream, homemade berry compote, and fresh berries if desired!
Notes
These pavlovas are best eaten the same day but they will last up to 3 days. Store in an airtight container at room temperature and assemble right before serving. Once assembled they are best if eaten within 3 hours.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 25g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.04mg