Description
Turn your Christmas dessert into a masterpiece with this Festive English Pavlova Christmas Tree. It is light, dramatic, and guaranteed to wow your holiday guests.
Ingredients
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6 large egg whites, room temperature
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1½ cups superfine sugar
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups heavy cream, cold
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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2 cups mixed fresh fruit
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Optional mint leaves or powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 250°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar until stiff and glossy.
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Gently fold in cornstarch, vinegar, and vanilla.
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Spoon meringue into graduated shapes and bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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Cool completely in the oven with the door slightly open.
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Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
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Stack meringue layers with cream and fruit between each layer.
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Decorate and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American