Festive Aussie Pavlova Tree with Lemon Myrtle Pistachio Cream & Native Citrus Jewels
Indulge in the festive spirit with the stunning Festive Aussie Pavlova Tree featuring Lemon Myrtle Pistachio Cream and Native Citrus Jewels. This visually captivating dessert, shaped like a Christmas tree, combines light and airy meringue with a delightful lemon myrtle-infused pistachio cream. Topped with vibrant native citrus jewels, it’s not just a feast for the eyes but also a burst of unique flavors that will impress your guests at any celebration. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, this easy-to-make pavlova is sure to be the highlight of your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large egg whites
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon myrtle powder
- 1 cup pistachio paste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 120°C (248°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Whip egg whites in an electric mixer until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla for a glossy meringue.
- Spoon meringue onto the tray in a tree shape and create swirls for decoration.
- Bake for about 1 hour until crisp; cool completely in the oven.
- Whip together whipping cream, mascarpone cheese, and lemon myrtle powder until fluffy.
- Spread cream over cooled pavlova and top with fresh citrus fruits before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg