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Pavlova (Kiwi)

Name: Pavlova (Kiwi)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 large egg whites, at room temperature; 1 cup superfine sugar; 1 tsp white vinegar; 1 tsp cornstarch; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1 tbsp icing sugar (confectioners' sugar); 3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced; 2 passionfruit, pulp scooped out; Fresh berries, to decorate

Classic kiwi pavlova recipe: crisp meringue with a marshmallow heart, piled with cream, kiwifruit and passionfruit. The grand festive finale of any kiwi summer.

⏱ 15 minPrep time

🔥 30 minCook time

🍽 4Servings

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The pavlova — named for the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, who toured Australia and New Zealand in the 1920s — is the subject of a fierce, ongoing rivalry between the two countries. New Zealanders claim it as their own, and it has anchored their Christmas and summer celebrations for generations.

The genius of pavlova is the contrast: a crackling, snowy crust that gives way to a soft, marshmallowy centre. Topped with whipped cream, kiwifruit, and passionfruit, it’s light, festive, and utterly spectacular — the grand finale of any summer meal.

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Step by stepInstructions

Preheat the oven to 275°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Beat the egg whites to soft peaks, then add the sugar gradually, beating until thick and glossy.
Fold in the vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Spoon onto the tray and shape into an 8-inch round with a slight dip in the centre.
Bake for 1 hour, then turn the oven off and leave the pavlova inside to cool completely.
Whip the cream with the icing sugar and pile onto the cooled meringue. Top with kiwifruit, passionfruit, and berries.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Don't open the oven while the pavlova cools — sudden temperature changes make it crack or weep. Make sure your bowl is completely grease-free or the whites won't whip.

Recipe details

Prep15 min

Cook30 min

Servings4

CategoryDessert

PublishedAugust 17, 2026

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