Berry Pavlova Nests with Espresso
Crispy-outside, marshmallowy-inside meringue nests filled with whipped cream and fresh berries, served alongside a sharp espresso shot. No oven required—baked ahead or store-bought nests work beautifully.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 4 nests store-bought pavlova nests (or homemade meringue shells)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries)
- ½ lemon lemon, zested
- ½ cup espresso (cooled, or 4 shots brewed fresh)
Instructions
- 1
Whip heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form, ~2 minutes. Fold in lemon zest gently.
- 2
Spoon whipped cream into each pavlova nest, creating a small well in the center.
- 3
Pile fresh berries on top of the cream, pressing gently so they nestle in.
- 4
Place each nest on a dessert plate and pour a shot of cooled espresso into a small cup alongside.
- 5
Serve immediately. Sip the espresso between bites to cut the sweetness.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- electric mixer or whisk
- dessert plates
- small espresso cups or shot glasses
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