30-Min Berry Pavlova Nests
Crispy-chewy meringue shells that bake while you prep—then top with whipped cream and fresh berries. Viral-worthy dessert that tastes fancy but hits in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp white vinegar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh berries (mixed)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 2
Beat egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Gradually add sugar while beating until stiff, glossy peaks form, another 3–4 minutes.
- 4
Fold in cornstarch and vinegar gently with a spatula until just combined.
- 5
Spoon 4 nests onto parchment, making a shallow indent in the center of each.
- 6
Bake until pale and crispy, about 20 minutes. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes.
- 7
Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks with a hand mixer or whisk.
- 8
Spoon whipped cream into each nest and top generously with fresh berries.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- parchment paper
- electric mixer or whisk
- large mixing bowl
- rubber spatula
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