Kiwi and Raspberry Pavlova is a delicious and decadent dessert made with egg whites. Totally gluten-free topped with whipped cream, sweet raspberries, kiwi and a drizzle of honey.
If I really want to impress my friends and family, I make a pavlova! They are just so pretty look at and they are not as complicated to make as you may think!
Making a pavlova is pretty easy and relatively fool-proof! The results: crunchy on the outside and as fluffy as a marshmallow inside. Topped with luscious whipped cream and gorgeous kiwis and raspberries...this is a dessert to IMPRESS!!
You could decorate your pavlova with whatever you prefer: fresh berries, cooked pears or apples (very fall!). For the chocolate lovers: you could add cocoa powder to the meringue and top with chocolate and cream...a chocolate pavlova delight!
The pavlova is as fluffy as a cloud and very delicate! Be super careful (it's very fragile!) when you remove it from the parchment paper.
Important to remember: When the egg whites have quadrupled in volume, that is the time to add the sugar just a little bit at a time and keep on beating! and adding them slowly while whipping the mixture continuously. Even more important, when they are whipped to perfection...don't wait to bake them. It's important to get them shaped on your pan and put in the oven. No hesitating.
My very important tip for you: let it cool completely on the pan before transferring to your serving plate. I didn't wait the most recent time I baked it and my pavlova did break apart a bit before I had a chance to decorate it. Luckily, nobody complained! Even not so perfect to look at...it was perfection to taste!
What is the difference between a meringue and a pavlova?
A meringue is a mixture of whisked egg whites and sugar and a pavlova is a type of meringue. Pavlovas have a marshmallow-like center from the cornstarch.
How Do I Know My Pavlova Is Done?
The pavlova will look dry and pale when it is perfectly baked. When you insert a skewer into the meringue it will have a sticky almost like marshmallow consistency.
Savory Cheese and Chive Bread
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt depending on what cheese you’re using
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper may substitute a pinch of cayenne pepper
- 3 large eggs at room temperature
- 1/3 cup whole milk at room temperature
- 1/2 tablespoon brown mustard
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 generous cup about 4 ounces coarsely grated Gruyere, Comte Emmental or cheddar cheese
- 2 ounces Gruyere Comte, Emmental or cheddar cut into very small cubes (1/2 to 3/4 cup)
- 1 bunch chives minced (1/2 cup; may substitute thinly sliced scallions)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil or thyme or sage
Instructions
- Position a rack in the middle of the oven; preheat to 350 degrees. Prep a muffin pan (line with paper liners or spray with baking spray or grease with butter). Or prep a loaf 8-by-4 1/2-by-2 3/4-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs. Add in the milk, mustard, and oil.
- Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture. Use a wooden spoon to combine the wet with dry ingredients, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl.
- Gently fold in the cheeses, chives, and herbs to form a thick dough.
- Pour into the prepared muffin tray and bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the muffins cool a few minutes before removing. Enjoy while they're warm!
Nutrition Disclaimer
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information presented below is an approximation and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.
Notes
If using cheddar, use sharp cheddar for the best flavor.
Mix wet and dry ingredients just until combined.
Do not overbake.
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