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Perfect Mini Lemon Curd Pavlovas

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These mini lemon curd pavlovas are crisp on the outside, marshmallow-soft inside, topped with bright lemon curd and fresh berries for a light, fresh, and elegant dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large egg whites, at room temperature
  • 1 cup (200 g) caster sugar (superfine sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • Fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or whole for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a clean, dry bowl, beat the 4 egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Increase speed to high and add caster sugar one tablespoon at a time, whipping well after each addition until stiff and glossy peaks form (about 7-8 minutes).
  4. Sprinkle cornstarch and vinegar over the meringue, then gently fold in with vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Use a spoon or small ice cream scoop to place dollops of meringue onto the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Create a slight well in the center of each.
  6. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes until crisp outside and soft inside. Avoid opening the oven door during baking.
  7. Turn off the oven, prop the door open slightly, and let pavlovas cool inside for 1 hour. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Just before serving, spoon a teaspoon of lemon curd into each pavlova center. Top with fresh berries and garnish with mint leaves.

Notes

Use room temperature egg whites for better volume. Ensure mixing bowl is grease-free. Add sugar gradually to avoid gritty meringue. Bake low and slow to prevent browning. Cool pavlovas gradually in the oven to avoid cracks. Pavlovas are best assembled just before serving to maintain crispness. For dairy-free, substitute lemon curd with coconut yogurt lemon topping.

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