Pavlova with Dulce de Leche
User Reviews
3.9
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Prep Time
1 hr
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Cook Time
2 hrs
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Additional Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
11 hrs
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Servings
16
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Calories
263 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
South American, American, Australian
Pavlova with Dulce de Leche
Description
Pavlova with Dulce de Leche is a dessert featuring a walnut-studded meringue baked low and slow until crispy outside and dry inside. The meringue is made from whipped egg whites with powdered sugar and vanilla, gently folded with finely chopped walnuts to add texture and flavor. Once baked and dried overnight, it provides a sturdy yet delicate base.
The meringue is layered with a smooth spread of dulce de leche, followed by whipped cream lightly sweetened and flavored with vanilla. Sliced strawberries are arranged standing upright on the whipped cream to form a visually appealing flower pattern, bringing a fresh tartness to contrast the sweet layers beneath.
This dessert is best served shortly after assembly to maintain the meringue's texture and freshness of the fruit. It suits occasions where a dramatic and textural dessert is desired, balancing nutty crispness, creamy sweetness, and fruitiness in each bite.
To prevent sticking during baking, using a silicone baking mat like Silpat is recommended. Avoid opening the oven while the meringue dries overnight to ensure it sets properly without moisture affecting its crispness.
Ingredients
For Walnut Meringue
- 7 oz egg 6-7 large egg whites, white
- 10.5 oz powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5.3 oz walnuts finely chopped
For Whipped Cream
- 1 3/4 cup whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Assembly
- 13.4 oz dulce de leche
- 3 pints strawberries sliced
Instructions
For Walnut Meringue
- Preheat oven to 215 Farenheit
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Using the whisk attachment of your mixer, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form
- Slowly add the powdered sugar and the vanilla
- Whip until egg whites are stiff and shiny
- Using a spatula, gently fold in the walnuts. Add them in 2-3 installments. Do not overmix or the egg whites will deflate
- Pipe the mixture into the parchment paper creating a 9x11 inch rectangle
- Smooth the mixture out and bake for 2 hours
- Turn the oven off and let the meringue dry overnight. Do not open the oven during this process
For Whipped Cream
- Using a mixer, whip the cream until soft peaks form
- Slowly add the powdered sugar and vanilla and whip to medium peaks
Assembly
- Spread the dulce de leche over the baked meringue
- Spread the whipped cream over the dulce de leche
- Starting from the middle, stand the strawberries slices on top of the whipped cream creating a flower pattern
Notes
- Use a Silpat or silicone baking mat to avoid meringue sticking to parchment paper during baking.
- Do not open the oven door while the meringue is drying overnight to maintain its crisp texture.
- Assemble the dessert shortly before serving to keep the meringue crisp and strawberries fresh.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 263 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 263kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 32mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 217mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 393IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 52mg | 58% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.9
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