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Pavlova Tree with Strawberries and Passionfruit

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This Pavlova Tree with Strawberries and Passionfruit is a stunning, festive dessert featuring crisp meringue layers stacked like a Christmas tree, filled with whipped cream and topped with bright fruit. Light, elegant, and balanced — it’s the perfect centerpiece for any celebration.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Australian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 cup passionfruit pulp (fresh or canned)
  • Optional: mint leaves or powdered sugar for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the granulated sugar while beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in cornstarch, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pipe or spoon the meringue into 5–6 circular disks of decreasing size to form a tree shape later.
  6. Bake for 1½ hours. Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar.
  7. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  8. Layer the meringue disks with whipped cream between each, stacking from largest to smallest.
  9. Spoon passionfruit pulp over the top and garnish with sliced strawberries.
  10. Optionally, add mint leaves or dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Make meringue disks a day ahead and store in an airtight container.
  • Use other fruits like kiwi, mango, or raspberries depending on season.
  • Swap passionfruit with lemon curd, berry compote, or pomegranate seeds.
  • Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
  • Cool meringue slowly in the oven to prevent cracking.

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