Pavlova (Martha Stewart)

Name: Pavlova
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 4 h
Ingredients: 8 egg whites; 2 1/2 cups sugar; pinch of salt; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3 teaspoons vinegar; 2 teaspoons cornstarch

A classic pavlova with a crisp crust and soft interior, topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

Categories: dessert baking

Ingredients

8 egg whites
2 1/2 cups sugar
pinch of salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 teaspoons vinegar
2 teaspoons cornstarch

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 300°F, then reduce to 250°F.
Beat 8 egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Gradually add 2 1/2 cups of sugar and a pinch of salt while beating.
Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and 3 teaspoons of vinegar, and beat until glossy.
Fold in 2 teaspoons of cornstarch.
Form mixture on parchment paper marked with a circle.
Bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, then turn off oven.
Leave in the oven for another 1 1/2 to 2 hours or overnight.
Top with whipped cream and fruit before serving.