Ah, pavlovas… could there be anything more delightful? Light, crisp, citrusy, and not-too-sweet, this impressive bake has all the makings of the perfect dessert. Dare we say fit for a Queen? (Of Greens, we declare!)
RECIPE:
DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY: Medium
PREPARATION TIME: 40 minutes prep, 1.5 hours to bake
SERVINGS: Approximately 10-12
Meringues:
4 jumbo egg whites (Save the yolks for the curd!)
Pinch of salt
¾ cups sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp distilled white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
Lime Curd:
4 egg yolks
4 limes
½ cup granulated white sugar
1 stick butter, room temperature
Other toppings:
1/2 Cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup fresh blueberries
To make the meringue:
To make the curd:
Assembling the pavlovas:
Note: Both the meringue and curd can be made ahead. Whip the cream and assemble pavlovas just before serving.