The World's Most Beautiful Dessert: A Beginner's Guide to Mastering the Classic Pavlova

While some desserts are simple enough to be prepared in any kitchen, others are considered pure masterpieces of cooking art, thus causing doubts whether anyone can try and make them.

However, even the famous Pavlova dessert can turn out perfectly if you follow the instructions below — just make sure you do everything right with the meringue, and you’re all set for tasting the most delicious and fluffiest dessert you’ll ever try.

Ingredients:

For the meringue: 4 egg whites, 200 g of granulated sugar, 1 tsp of cornstarch, 1⁄2 tsp of vanilla extract, 1 tsp of lemon juice.

For the cream: 220 ml of 33% cream, 1 tbsp of powdered sugar, a pinch of vanilla extract.

For decoration: 150 g of fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries), mint leaves to taste.

Beat the egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture is thick and smooth.

Gently fold in the cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Stir with a spoon to avoid deflating the mixture.

Preheat the oven to 110°C.

Draw a circle with a diameter of 18–20 cm on parchment paper. Spread the meringue mixture, forming a well in the center.

Place in the oven and bake for 1.5 hours. Then turn off the oven and leave the meringue inside until completely cooled.

Whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the meringue. Garnish with berries and mint.