Pavlova Topping Recipe

Name: Pavlova Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: about 3 cups
Cuisine: Australian/New Zealand
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries); 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for macerating berries); 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Australian/New Zealand · Dessert · 15 min total

Pavlova topping recipe videos

A classic Pavlova topping of softly whipped cream and fresh fruit, perfect for crowning a crisp meringue shell.

15
min prep

8
servings

280
kcal/serving

Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for macerating berries)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

In a large chilled bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
If desired, gently toss the berries with granulated sugar and lemon juice to macerate. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
Spoon the whipped cream over the cooled Pavlova base, spreading gently.
Top with the fresh or macerated berries and serve immediately.

Tips

For best results, chill the bowl and beaters before whipping cream.
Add fruit just before serving to prevent the meringue from becoming soggy.
Other fruits like kiwi, passionfruit, or mango also work well.

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