Description
Post 1: This Christmas Pavlova Trifle is everything you need for a festive and indulgent dessert! 🎄🍓 Layers of crispy meringue, fluffy whipped cream, and fresh berries make this treat a holiday favorite. 🍇✨
Ingredients
Scale
Pavlova Layers:
- 6 egg whites (room temperature) 🥚
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups heavy cream, chilled 🥛
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit and Toppings:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved 🍓
- 1 cup fresh raspberries 🍇
- 1 cup fresh blueberries 🫐
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish 🌿
- Optional: crushed pistachios or chocolate shavings for added texture and flavor 🍫
Instructions
- Make the Pavlova:
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean mixing bowl, whisk egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold in cornstarch, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- Spoon or pipe small meringue rounds onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, then turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside with the door slightly open.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Assemble the Trifle:
- In a large glass trifle bowl or individual glasses, layer as follows:
- A layer of broken pavlova pieces.
- A layer of whipped cream.
- A layer of mixed berries and pomegranate arils.
- Repeat the layers until the bowl is full, finishing with whipped cream and a decorative topping of fresh berries.
- In a large glass trifle bowl or individual glasses, layer as follows:
- Garnish and Serve:
- Top with fresh mint leaves for a festive look.
- Sprinkle with optional pistachios or chocolate shavings for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes