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Pavlova Layer Cake with Whipped Cream & Berries
Three layers of pavlova with fresh whipped cream and a trio of mixed berries in between.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 392 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For the Pavlova
- 6 egg whites at room temperature
- Pinch cream of tartar
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
For the Whipped Cream
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Berries
- fresh strawberries coarsely chopped
- fresh blueberries
- fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Make the Pavlova: Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and draw three 8-inch circles on the parchment paper (I traced 8-inch parchment rounds, but you could cake pans or anything else about the same diameter). Spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray.
- Using an electric mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites on medium speed until frothy, then add the cream of tartar. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat to soft peaks. While continuing to beat the egg whites, gradually add the granulated sugar (I estimate that I added about 3 tablespoons at a time) and beat until glossy and stiff peaks form. Divide the meringue evenly between the three circles and use an offset spatula to form a circular shape.
- Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Turn off the oven and prop the oven door open with a wooden spoon. Allow the pavlova to cool completely in the oven.
- Make the Whipped Cream: Place the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl and beat on medium-high speed until it holds soft peaks.
- Assemble the Cake: Very gently lift one of the pavlova layers off of the parchment paper and place on a serving plate. Top with one-third of the whipped cream, and sprinkle with a mixture of raspberries, blueberries, and chopped strawberries (I didn't measure how much I used, feel free to use a little or a lot!). Gently place another pavlova layer on top of the fruit, spread another one-third of the whipped cream and sprinkle with fruit. Finally, top with the last pavlova layer, remaining whipped cream and more fruit. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
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Notes
- Nutritional values are based on one serving
- Feel free to use whatever kind of fruit you like best!
Nutrition Information
Calories
392kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
46g
(15%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Cholesterol
81mg
(27%)
Sodium
60mg
(3%)
Potassium
128mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
43g
(86%)
Vitamin A
880IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
12.2mg
(14%)
Calcium
45mg
(5%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 392
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 392kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 128mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 43g | 86% |
| Vitamin A | 880IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 12.2mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.