Pavlova Fit for a Drama Queen

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Step 1

Lightly heat your oven to 450°F (220°C), but don’t worry—you’ll turn it down once the Pavlova goes in. Line a 9 or 10-inch round glass dish with parchment paper to keep things from sticking. In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites and a pinch of salt until they form soft peaks. Then, gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whip until the mixture is glossy and holds stiff peaks. Stir in the vanilla and vinegar, and if you like, fold in some shredded coconut for extra texture. Spread the meringue evenly in your prepared dish, smoothing it out all the way to the edges.

Step 2

Pop the dish into the oven and immediately lower the temperature to 300°F (150°C). Let it bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until the outside is crisp and a pale straw color. Once it’s done, turn off the oven but leave the Pavlova inside to cool slowly as the oven cools down completely—this helps prevent cracks.

Step 3

When the Pavlova has cooled, pile on plenty of sweetened whipped cream. Then, decorate with slices of strawberries, kiwi, peaches, and blueberries arranged in pretty concentric circles for a colorful, fresh finish.