PEAR & MAPLE CREAM PAVLOVA
Delicate and creamy, this pear-topped pavlova makes an elegant dessert for company. I prepare the filling using the maple syrup I buy from a local farm.-Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Trace a 9-in. circle on the parchment paper; invert paper., Preheat oven to 275°. Add cream of tartar to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold in pecans., Spread meringue over circle, shaping a shallow well in center using the back of a spoon. Bake 45-50 minutes or until set and dry. Turn off oven (do not open oven door); leave meringue in oven 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat cream until bubbles form around sides of pan. In a small bowl, whisk 1/2 cup maple syrup, egg, egg yolk, brown sugar and cornstarch until blended but not foamy. Slowly whisk in hot cream. Return all to pan; cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and a thermometer reads 170°. Immediately transfer to a clean bowl. Cool 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Press plastic wrap onto surface of filling; refrigerate until cold., Remove meringue from oven; cool completely on baking sheet. Preheat broiler. Thinly slice wide end of each pear, leaving stem end attached. Blot dry. Place on a foil-lined baking sheet; spread slices to fan. Brush pears with remaining maple syrup. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely., To serve, remove meringue from paper; place on a serving plate. Fill with maple cream. Arrange cooled pears over top. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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Hassan Rashid
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion.
Kishwar Tariq
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this again.
Yennsa Derie
[email protected]Delicious!
lingani matakule
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pavlova turned out perfectly. It was light and fluffy, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the combination of pears and maple syrup. This is a great recipe for a special occasion.
julli akther
[email protected]This pavlova was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The meringue was light and airy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. I think I would try using less maple syrup next time.
Budjang Maas
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pavlova, but this recipe changed my mind. The meringue was light and fluffy, and the filling was rich and creamy. The pears and maple syrup added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make this again.
IMRAN KHIN IMRAN KHIN
[email protected]The pavlova was absolutely delicious! The meringue was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the combination of pears and maple syrup. This is a great recipe for a special occasion.
Natalye Hern
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pavlova turned out beautifully. The pears and maple syrup added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Alex Iturbe
[email protected]I made this pavlova for a dinner party and it was a showstopper! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The meringue was perfectly crisp and the filling was light and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Md Ruman Munsi
[email protected]This pavlova was a hit! The combination of pears, maple, and cream was divine. The meringue was light and airy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.