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Perfect Red White and Blue Pavlova Wreath

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A light and airy pavlova wreath with a crisp shell and soft marshmallow-like inside, topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and whipped cream. Perfect for festive celebrations like July 4th.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large egg whites, at room temperature
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • ½ cup raspberries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Draw a 9-inch (23 cm) circle on the paper as a guide for your wreath shape, then flip the paper over so the ink doesn’t touch the meringue.
  2. In a clean, dry bowl, whip 4 large egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually add 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar one tablespoon at a time, increasing mixer speed to high, beating well between additions until glossy and stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Gently fold in 1 teaspoon white vinegar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract using a spatula without deflating the mixture.
  5. Spoon or pipe the meringue onto the parchment in a 9-inch diameter ring shape, building edges slightly higher than the center to create a shallow well.
  6. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes until dry and crisp outside but soft inside. Turn off oven and leave door slightly open, letting pavlova cool completely inside for 1-2 hours.
  7. While pavlova cools, whip 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Keep chilled until assembly.
  8. Place cooled pavlova on serving plate. Spread or pipe whipped cream inside the center well, then decorate with sliced strawberries, blueberries, and optional raspberries arranged festively.
  9. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Use a grease-free bowl and beaters to achieve stiff peaks. Add sugar slowly to ensure glossy, stable meringue. Bake at low temperature to avoid browning and cracking. Cool pavlova in oven with door slightly open to prevent cracks. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with chilled whipped coconut cream. Store pavlova base separately from toppings to maintain crispness. Best served the day it is made.

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Keywords: pavlova, pavlova wreath, red white and blue dessert, Fourth of July dessert, festive dessert, meringue wreath, berry pavlova, gluten-free dessert, dairy-free option

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