A delightful and light dessert bursting with the flavors of citrusy oranges and fresh berries on a crispy meringue base.

This orange and berry pavlova is a show-stopping dessert that is perfect for any special occasion or a simple treat for yourself. The combination of sweet meringue, tangy oranges, and juicy berries creates a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

• 4 large egg whites
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 2 oranges, segmented
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 250°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, cornstarch, vinegar, and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until glossy.
3. Spread the meringue mixture into a circle on the prepared baking sheet, creating a slight indentation in the center.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let the meringue cool completely.
5. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
6. Top the cooled meringue with the whipped cream, berries, and orange segments.
7. Serve the orange and berry pavlova immediately and enjoy!

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