Grandma Perritt’s Pavlova With Custard Cream

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 1
Grandma Perritt's Pavlova With Custard Cream
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Prep

20 min

Cook

95 min

Ready In

115 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 egg whites , at room temp
1 cup caster sugar
1 tablespoon cornflour ( starch )
1 teaspoon white vinegar
custard cream
4 egg yolks
2 tablespoons cornflour ( starch )
1/4 - 1/3 cup icing sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup cream
1/2 cup milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10 servings
Calories
350 calories
Sugar
41g
Fat
14g
Grandma Perritt's Pavlova With Custard Cream is a traditional Australian dessert that is typically served during special occasions. This dessert is made up of a meringue base that has a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior. The pavlova is then filled with custard cream, which is smooth and creamy, with a slightly sweet flavor. This dessert is beloved for its unique texture and flavor, and it is sure to impress guests at any dinner party or gathering. If you're looking to try a new dessert that is both delicious and unique, be sure to give Grandma Perritt's Pavlova With Custard Cream a try!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 150C (302F)
2.In a bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
3.Gradually add caster sugar, beating well after each addition until meringue is thick and glossy.
4.Sift cornflour over the meringue.
5.Add vinegar, then fold mixture until just combined.
6.Line a baking tray with baking paper, and spoon mixture onto the tray, smoothing out with a spatula and shaping to create an edge.
7.Bake for 10 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 120C (248F) and continue baking for 1 1/4 hours or until meringue is dry to the touch and the edges are crisp. Turn off oven and allow the pavlova to cool completely inside the oven.
8.To make the custard cream, whisk egg yolks, cornflour, icing sugar, vanilla and milk in a heavy based saucepan.
9.Cook, stirring constantly, over low heat until mixture thickens and boils.
10.Allow mixture to cool completely.
11.Whip cream until thickened, and then whisk custard mixture until smooth.
12.Fold custard mixture into whipped cream, and refrigerate until ready to use.
13.

PROS

Grandma Perritt’s Pavlova With Custard Cream is a delicious dessert option that is light and sweet.

It’s perfect for those who enjoy the crisp texture of meringue with the smoothness of custard cream.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain egg whites, which are high in protein. Eggs are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins B12 and D, and minerals like iron and zinc. Additionally, the milk used in the custard cream provides calcium, which is important for strong bones.

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