Mini Pavlovas with Passionfruit
	
		Mini Pavlovas with Passionfruit are light, crisp meringue nests with a soft marshmallow center, topped with whipped cream and tangy passionfruit pulp – perfect for an elegant dessert or special occasion treat.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 20 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 1 hour
 
							- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
 
							- Yield: 8 mini pavlovas 1x
 
							- Category: Dessert
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: Australian
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 4 large egg whites
 
- 1 cup (200g) caster sugar
 
- 1 tsp white vinegar
 
- 1 tsp cornstarch (cornflour)
 
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
 
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipping)
 
- 2–3 passionfruits (pulp only)
 
- Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
 
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
 
- Gradually add the caster sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form.
 
- Gently fold in the vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract.
 
- Spoon or pipe small meringue nests onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
 
- Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let the pavlovas cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar.
 
- Once cool, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
 
- Top each mini pavlova with a dollop of whipped cream and spoon over passionfruit pulp.
 
- Garnish with mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Ensure the mixing bowl is grease-free to achieve stiff peaks.
 
- Use fresh eggs at room temperature for best volume.
 
- Pavlovas can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days before topping.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 mini pavlova
 
							- Calories: 160
 
							- Sugar: 19g
 
							- Sodium: 25mg
 
							- Fat: 7g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 22g
 
							- Fiber: 1g
 
							- Protein: 2g
 
							- Cholesterol: 30mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: mini pavlovas, passionfruit dessert, meringue nests, pavlova recipe, summer dessert