I have to admit this isn’t my idea but I saw it pop up in my Facebook feed probably a couple years ago and it’s just one of those things that hasn’t gone away. Having a small family that eat like sparrows, making a big pavlova is just a waste of time because you know who’s going to eat it all? Yes, that’s right. Me! I don’t even make big cakes much anymore rather opting for individual mini loaves, cupcakes or muffins because I can put them all in the freezer and only take out what I need. My supply usually lasts for months. Anyway, with Australia Day just around the corner, the microwave meringue idea popped back into my head and I decided to give it a try. I’m sad I didn’t try it earlier because it’s bloody marvellous!
Pavlova is a very traditional Australian dessert. We’ve claimed it as our own but it was in fact created in New Zealand for the famous ballerina, Anna Pavlov back in the 1920’s. Exactly which country has right to the claim still isn’t 100% clear but nonetheless, it’s a really special dessert for us Australians and now made even easier with this microwave recipe.
I can’t give credit to the person I saw who posted that video but I Googled it again and there are a few people who’ve cottoned on to the idea now and have posted recipes. If you don’t believe me that it would work, you really have to give it a try. It’s so, so easy and the pavs turn out fantastic.
You can keep them whole or crush to use in an Eton’s Mess type dessert. I did both. My son devoured it all crushed up mixed with whipped cream and fresh, seasonal mangoes. (Probably a better way of eating it for him.) The adults in the house were a little more refined and enjoyed them with the whipped cream and fruit piled high on top.
It’s hard to believe just one, yes just one egg white and 300 grams of icing sugar can product 6 beautiful large round individual pavlovas from the microwave. It’s like watching a science experiment happen right before your eyes. Check out the video below. (It’s not the most clear but you can get a general idea.)
If you’re taking a plate to an Australia Day function, these pavs will be ready by the time your partner has loaded the kids and the bags into the car. Top with your choice of whipped cream, fresh seasonal summer fruit and/or chopped nuts.
I have not seen this before, Anne, but it sure looks worth a try! Fantastic! Hope you had a lovely Australia Day xx Fiona
Hi Fiona! Yes, I saw it a couple years ago and had been meaning it to try it. Australia Day pavs was a good time to try them and they worked a treat. Only trouble with these easy recipes is that I have to eat them! LOL Let me know if you give it a try and what you think. Australia Day was great thanks. A good time to remember how lucky we are. Thanks for popping in today.
Anne xx
My beautiful Anne!!! I won’t call you by the name by which we knew one another ‘before’ as I see you’re remarried! Congratulations dear lady! Yes it’s me, Mimi, and yes that’s my linkup you’ve just joined. I’m so happy to see you! The Blog world lives up to expectations yet again. I hope you’ll visit me often and I’ll do the same. Love, Mimi xxx
Oh my gosh Mimi! What a lovely surprise. I’m so glad it’s you. Yes, remarried in September last year and I couldn’t be happier. There was a bit of a tough time there but I think I finally learnt my lessons the universe was trying to teach me for so long and just when I didn’t expect it, along came the man of my dreams. Life couldn’t be better at the moment. It sure is a small world, especially on the internet. Looking forward to catching up more in the blogging world.
Much love, Anne xx
Oh wow! Who would have thought! What a neat idea!
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Yeah, pretty easy Jess. That’s me. The easier the better!
Anne xx
Hi Anne,
What a great dessert and so easy! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have a great week and come back to see us real soon!
Miz Helen
You’re very welcome Miz Helen. Thank you.
Anne xx
This is easy and delicious, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop pinning and featuring on this week’s hop.
Thanks Swathi!
Anne xx
Hi sweet Anne I just wanted to let you know this wonderful post will be featured at Roses of Inpiration tomorrow. Thank you so much for sharing with us. Hugs to you!
Oh, that’s just lovely Stephanie. Thank you so much.
Anne xx
What a great idea for an elegant and easy gluten free dessert! I haven’t tried a Pavlova yet, and I’m looking forward to trying one now! Pinned!