Description
A light and airy rolled meringue dessert filled with whipped cream and fresh strawberries, this Strawberry Pavlova Roulade is an elegant and refreshing treat perfect for special occasions or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornflour (cornstarch)
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 300 ml whipping cream
- 300 g strawberries (hulled and halved)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C), setting it to bake (not fan). Line a 14 x 10 inch (35 x 25 cm) Swiss roll pan with parchment paper.
- Place egg whites into a clean mixing bowl. Start the mixer on medium speed for 1 minute until the whites become foamy.
- Increase the speed to high and begin adding sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, about 10–20 seconds apart. Continue beating until all the sugar is added, then beat for another 6–8 minutes until thick and glossy.
- Check the meringue by rubbing a little between your fingers. If you feel sugar crystals, keep beating until smooth.
- Fold in the cornflour, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
- Spoon the meringue into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Create swirls or patterns if desired.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden and a thin crust forms on top.
- Carefully cover the baked meringue with a larger piece of parchment paper, place a cooling rack on top, and flip the pavlova. Peel off the original parchment and let cool.
- Once cool, spread whipped cream evenly over the surface and top with sliced strawberries.
- Using the parchment paper to help, roll the pavlova gently from one end, finishing with the seam side down.
- Place the rolled pavlova on a serving platter, parchment still in place, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Before serving, remove parchment paper, dust with icing sugar, and garnish with extra strawberries. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better volume when whipping.
- Use superfine (caster) sugar for smoother meringue.
- Make ahead and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with mint leaves or extra fruit for a festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg