Lemon And Lime Pavlova
Indulge in a delightful citrus sensation with this exquisite dessert. A crisp and chewy crown of meringue envelops a luscious lemon-lime curd filling, all topped with clouds of whipped cream and vibrant passion fruit pulp. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, creating a symphony of taste and texture that will captivate your palate. Enjoy this elegant treat that is sure to impress your guests and elevate any occasion.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 150g/5½oz caster sugar
- 3 free-range egg whites
- ½ tsp sherry vinegar
- 2 lemons
- 3 limes, juice and zest
- 175g/6oz caster sugar
- 3 free-range eggs, plus 5 free-range egg yolks
- 150g/5oz butter
- 200g/7oz double cream
- 12 passion fruit
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
- For the meringue, whisk the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, into the stiffened egg whites, until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Gently fold in the sherry vinegar.
- Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking tray to form a circle about 20cm/8in in diameter. Spoon the remaining meringue in dollops around the edge of the meringue, forming swirls and peaks as you go.
- Transfer the meringue to the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 150C/300F/Gas 2. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the meringue has hardened on the outside, but is still soft and chewy in the middle.
- Meanwhile, for the filling, place the lemon juice and zest, lime juice and zest, caster sugar, eggs, egg yolks and 75g/2¾oz of the butter into a heavy-based pan. Whisk over a medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Add the remaining butter, stirring continuously. Continue to stir until all of the butter has melted and the mixture has thickened considerably.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and whisk a little, then set aside until completely cool.
- To serve, place the meringue into the centre of a serving platter. Spoon the lemon and lime filling mixture into the centre, then top with the whipped cream and passion fruit pulp.
Cook Time
1H
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Serves 4
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