INGREDIENTS:

Cake: 

6 egg whites, room temperature (*see tip 1 below)

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

2 tsp cornstarch

1/2 Tbsp lemon juice

1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract

Frosting: 

1 1/2 cups cold heavy whipping cream

2 Tbsp granulated sugar

Topping: 

4-5 cups fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, small strawberries, blackberries..) ** see tip 2 below

1-2 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced

*Tip 1: Pavlova eggs will beat best when they are at room temperature. If you forget this step, place un-cracked eggs in warm water for 15 minutes to bring them to room temp.

**Tip 2: Keep berries dry and chilled prior to use.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Cake: 

Preheat the Oven to 250˚F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

1.Using the whisk attachment on your stand mixer, beat 6 egg whites and 1 1/2 cups sugar for 6 to 7 minutes on high speed, or until stiff peaks form. The mixture will be smooth and glossy.

2. Add 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract and 2 tsp cornstarch and continue mixing another 15 seconds          or  until well blended. Transfer immediately to a large sheet of parchment paper and use a spatula to form a 10″    round ring, making a deep indent in the center to accommodate the cream and berries later. The center will rise so make a substantial well in the center.

3. Bake at 250˚F for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Then turn off the oven and with door closed, let it sit inside the oven another 1 hour until cooled. You can keep it in the oven longer to cool since the oven will be off and you might have dinner plans ;). Remove pavlova from oven and let cool completely to room temp then cover and let stand in a dry, room temp room up to 2 days or assemble and serve right away.

Topping: 

1.Beat 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream with 2 Tbsp sugar on high speed 2-3 minutes or until frosting is stiff and spreadable but don’t over beat or it will become buttery. (note: you can make cream ahead of time, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use).

2. Just before serving, spread whipped cream over the pavlova and top with plenty of your favorite berries. Refrigerate leftovers. It’s best served right away.

Original Source: Natashaskitchen.com