Festive Pavlova Tree: Strawberries & Passionfruit Magic
Indulge in the holiday spirit with this stunning Festive Pavlova Tree: Strawberries & Passionfruit Magic! This elegant dessert features layers of light and airy meringue shaped like a Christmas tree, adorned with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and tangy passionfruit. Perfect for family gatherings or festive parties, this crowd-pleaser is not only delicious but also visually captivating, making it a memorable centerpiece for your table. Easy to prepare ahead of time, you can spend more moments enjoying the company of loved ones while still impressing them with a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 egg whites
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1¼ cups fine sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 600ml thickened cream
- Sliced strawberries
- Passionfruit pulp
- Icing sugar, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F).
- In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until frothy; add cream of tartar and whip until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar one tablespoon at a time, whipping until glossy stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract, vinegar, and cornflour.
- Shape meringue into three layers on a parchment-lined baking tray.
- Bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes without opening the door.
- Cool inside the oven with the door ajar to prevent cracks.
- Once cooled, layer whipped cream over meringue and top with strawberries and passionfruit pulp before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg