Swiss Meringue Pavlova — Crispy Outside, Marshmallow Soft Inside

Not just any pavlova… ✨

This one is airy, elegant, and soft as a cloud. Crispy on the outside, marshmallow-like in the center, and beautifully white with a delicate texture that melts in your mouth.

I always call it “the big meringue sister of marshmallows,” because it’s built on the same magical trio:

• 🤍 egg whites = air

• 🍓 sugar = structure

• ☁️ patience = the ultimate baking challenge 😄

This is one of the safest and most reliable homemade pavlova methods because it uses Swiss meringue — gently heating the egg whites before whipping.

And don’t worry… the process is actually calm, simple, and surprisingly satisfying. 🤍

📏 Size

• Diameter: 20 cm

• Height: approximately 5 cm

Ingredients

• 120 g egg whites (about 4 eggs)

• 200 g superfine sugar

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 tsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice

• 1 tsp vanilla sugar

• a pinch of salt

Instructions

☁️ 1. Make the Swiss meringue

Place a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Add egg whites, sugar, and salt.

Heat gently while stirring until the mixture reaches about 60°C (140°F).

No thermometer? Rub the mixture between your fingers — if you no longer feel sugar crystals, it’s ready.

🍥 2. Whip the meringue

Now the magic begins!

Whip the mixture for 8–12 minutes until thick, glossy, and stiff peaks form.

🤍 3. Stabilize the meringue

Carefully fold in the cornstarch and vinegar or lemon juice. This helps create the perfect pavlova texture.

🍰 4. Shape the pavlova

Draw a 20 cm circle on baking paper and shape the pavlova with slightly taller edges and a small well in the center for cream and berries.

🔥 5. Bake

Bake at 120°C (250°F) without fan for approximately 90 minutes.

☁️ 6. Cool slowly

After baking, leave the pavlova inside the turned-off oven with the door closed for 2–3 hours.

Yes… this is where the patience test truly begins 😄

But slow cooling helps prevent cracks and creates the perfect marshmallow center.

The result?

• 🤍 beautifully white pavlova

• ☁️ crisp outer shell

• 🍥 soft marshmallow-like center

• ✨ minimal cracks

• 🍰 stable structure

A perfect dessert for celebrations, summer berries, or simply a beautiful homemade treat.

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