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Chef Taha Ayad's Recipe Pavlova Grazing Platter with meringue nests and fresh fruit

Pavlova Grazing Platter

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  • Author: Taha Ayad
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Australian

Description

A practical Pavlova Grazing Platter with crisp meringue nests, fresh fruit, and toppings served separately for easy assembly and transport.


Ingredients

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  • 6 large egg whites
  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons caster sugar
  • 2 teaspoons corn flour
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 6 tablespoons icing sugar
  • 200 g milk chocolate
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream for ganache
  • Salted caramel sauce
  • 1 mango
  • 3 passionfruit
  • 2 kiwifruits
  • 125 g blueberries
  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Sliced pistachios
  • Sliced almonds


Instructions

  1. Bake meringue at low temperature until dry and cool completely
  2. Whip cream with icing sugar to soft peaks
  3. Prepare fruit by slicing and placing in a separate bowl or plate
  4. Arrange meringue nests around the edge of a serving platter
  5. Place fruit in the center on a smaller plate to catch juices
  6. Keep sauces and toppings in separate containers until serving
  7. Let guests assemble their own pavlova with desired toppings

Notes

  1. Keep wet and dry ingredients separate for transport
  2. Use store-bought meringue nests for convenience and stability
  3. Do not overwhip cream as it becomes grainy
  4. Assemble just before serving to maintain texture

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 28
  • Sodium: 60
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 11
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 36
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 45