Description
Rose Water Pavlova with Mixed Berries is a modern twist on the classic Pavlova, named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova. The traditional Pavlova is made with a crisp meringue base topped with whipped cream and fresh fruits. In this version, we’ve added rose water to the whipped cream, infusing it with a floral, aromatic essence that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of mixed berries.
Ingredients
For the Pavlova Base:
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup (200g) caster sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Rose Cream:
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1–2 tsp rose water (adjust to taste)
For Topping:
- 1 ½ cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
- Optional: mint leaves, edible flowers, crushed pistachios
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven & Tray
Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and draw a 7–8 inch circle as a guide.
2. Make the Meringue
In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until glossy and stiff peaks form. Gently fold in vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla.
3. Shape & Bake
Spoon meringue onto the parchment, shaping a round disc with a shallow well in the center. Bake for 60–70 minutes until crisp outside and pale. Turn off oven and let it cool inside to prevent cracking.
4. Whip the Rose Cream
Beat cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Add rose water gradually—start with 1 tsp and taste before adding more.
5. Assemble
Once pavlova is fully cool, spoon rose cream into the center. Top with fresh berries, mint, and optional garnishes.
Notes
For extra elegance, garnish the pavlova with edible rose petals or a drizzle of berry coulis. To balance the sweetness, you can also serve it with a dollop of lightly whipped Greek yogurt or mascarpone cream
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian/New Zealand
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 pavlova)
- Calories: ~210
- Sugar: ~32g
- Sodium: ~40mg
- Fat: ~6g
- Saturated Fat: ~3g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~36g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~3g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Rose Pavlova, Pavlova with Mixed Berries, Pavlova with Rose Water, Rose Cream Pavlova, Pavlova Dessert with Berries