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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream

    Published: June 21, 2017 / Updated: January 26, 2023 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream

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    These Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream are the ideal light, sweet, refreshing summer desserts to serve at your summer picnics, showers, and parties that call for a bit of bubbly!

    Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Strawberry season is in FULL swing here in the Pacific Northwest, and peaches are just about a month behind.

    With the official start of summer, we're looking ahead to outdoor entertaining and summer recipes featuring freshly picked summer fruit.

    My Peach Bourbon Grilled Chicken is perfect as the main dish for all of your summer outdoor parties and gatherings. If you're looking for a light and bright dessert to complement your summer menus, try my Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream. 

    Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream

    Pavlova Mini Cakes

    Pavlova is a meringue-based dessert named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova. It has a crisp crust and soft, light inside, usually topped with fruit and whipped cream.

    My Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream are made with classic vanilla meringue cookies. Then, cookies are topped with whipped cream.

    Strawberries and Peaches in bowl

    I've created a simple vanilla, balsamic vinegar fruit mix to add to the filling. These steps are repeated one more time around to make the cakes!

    Mini Pavlova Cakes

    Tips for Making Meringues

    meringues on baking sheet

    Meringues are simple to make, yet they can be finicky. Here are some things to keep in mind when making meringues:

    • If there is too much heat and/or humidity in the air, these delicate cookies can break after baking. Do NOT attempt to make these in a house that has no air conditioning on a very hot and humid day.
    • Make sure your bowls are totally clean and dry before using. Any amount of water or grease can cause the egg whites not to fluff up nicely.
    • Separate the egg whites immediately after taking the eggs out of the fridge, but let them warm up for a few minutes to room temperature before beating them in the mixer. This helps them fluff up really nicely.
    • When separating the egg whites, watch carefully to make sure no egg yolk makes it into the mixer. Meringues won't fluff up well if there's even a little bit of yolk in the mix, so scoop any that might have escaped into the mixer out with a spoon or egg shell.
    Mini Pavlova Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Wine Pairing Bliss: Gloria Ferrer Bubbly

    Gloria Ferrer brut rose with Mini Pavlova Cakes

    The summery sweet peach and strawberry flavors of these mini pavlova desserts pair perfectly with bottles of bubbly.

    gloria ferrer brut rose

    I paired them with both the Gloria Ferrer Brut Rosé, which is a new sparkling wine by this label. The bubbly rosé helps bring out the bright berry flavors of the mini pavlova cakes.

    gloria ferrer blanc de blancs

    If you're looking for less berry flavor, but still a bright, crisp summer sweetness, try pairing this dessert with the Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Blanc.

    Mini Pavlova Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    About Gloria Ferrer Wines

    Have you tried Gloria Ferrer wines before? Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards is Carneros’ original sparkling wine house, owned and founded by the Ferrer family of Spain. Named for José Ferrer’s wife, Gloria, the winery opened in 1986 in Sonoma County, California.

    Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    I can always count on their wines to be spectacular; they've earned over 500 gold medals and 50 90+ scores in the last 5 years, which is mighty impressive in the wine world!

    Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream Recipe

    Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com
    Mini Pavlova Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Pavlova Mini Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream

    5 from 2 votes
    Prep Time: 20 mins
    Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
    Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    Mini Pavlova Cakes with Strawberries, Peaches, and Cream are the ideal summer dessert for all of your summer parties!
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    Ingredients

    For the meringues

    • 8 egg whites
    • 2 cups sugar
    • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
    • pinch salt
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

    For the Filling

    • 2 cups strawberries hulled, de-stemmed, and cut into small pieces
    • 3 medium peaches pitted, peeled, diced into small pieces
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla
    • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
    • 2 cups heavy cream
    • 2 Tablespoons sugar

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 270 F.
    • Place parchment paper over two baking sheets and set aside.
    • In a stand mixer, beat egg whites, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla on high for about 10 minutes, until the meringue batter is thick and forms stiff peaks.
    • Carefully pour meringue batter onto the prepared baking sheets covered with parchment paper into circles approximately 3 inches in diameter.
    • Bake at 270 degrees Farenheit for 6 minutes, then reduce heat to 220 degrees Farenheit and bake for an additional 1 hour and 10 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, make the filling.

    To Make the Strawberries and Peaches Filling

    • In a medium bowl, mix together the strawberries, peaches, vanilla, balsamic vinegar. Set aside.

    To Make the Whipped Cream

    • In a mixer, whip heavy cream and sugar together until thick.

    Assemble the mini pavlova cakes

    • Once meringues are done, remove from the oven and allow to cool for a minute or two before assembling. When meringue cookies are done, gently lift from the parchment paper.
    • Top one meringue cookie with whipped cream, then with a couple of spoonfuls of the strawberry/peach mixture. Top with another meringue cookie and repeat.

    Notes

    To create even circles, trace the outside of a juice glass onto the parchment paper and then fill the circles with meringue batter.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER. The content, opinions, recipe, and photos are, as always, my own.

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      Comments

      1. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says

        February 16, 2019 at 8:18 pm

        5 stars
        Such a beautiful dessert!
        One that will be popular with everyone - and the fruit looks so gorgeous!

        Reply
      2. CAFFAHOLIC says

        December 18, 2017 at 12:58 pm

        I had to admit...this is one of the most delicious strawberry recipes i've ever tried...The taste and aroma was good and everything went so perfect. Thanks for sharing this

        Reply
      3. Sheila says

        September 13, 2017 at 9:57 am

        Thank you for these amazing recipes. I loved the Peach Bourbon Grilled Chicken and the Mini Pavlova Cakes.

        I have never imagined I can make this. It was worth the effort since my family loved it.

        Reply
      4. Joanie @ One Dish Kitchen says

        June 22, 2017 at 10:50 am

        What a stunning dessert. Pavlovas are so delicious and perfect for a summer party.

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:37 pm

          Thank you, Joanie!

      5. Denisse | Le Petit Eats says

        June 22, 2017 at 2:03 am

        I love the mini size of these, they're almost too cute to eat!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:36 pm

          What a nice comment! Thank you, Denisse!

      6. Lindsay Ingalls says

        June 22, 2017 at 1:00 am

        Please pass me a glass of that brut rose!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:35 pm

          Thank you, Lindsay!

      7. Kate says

        June 21, 2017 at 5:58 pm

        I have just recently become aware of pavlova and this recipe looks amazing! I will totally have to try it.

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:34 pm

          It's really yummy! I hope you enjoy it, Kate!

      8. Leah says

        June 21, 2017 at 3:51 pm

        A. These are adorable! B. They sound delicious! C. Dessert and wine? Where do I sign up?!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:33 pm

          I'm glad that you liked the post, Leah!

      9. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

        June 21, 2017 at 2:28 pm

        These are stunning and I love that you paired them with bubbly!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:31 pm

          Thank you so much for the nice comment!

      10. Shannon morscheck says

        June 21, 2017 at 2:27 pm

        This is not a good post to read while at the gym! I am officially drooling!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:28 pm

          Thank you!

      11. Petra says

        June 21, 2017 at 2:04 pm

        These look so delicious! I've never make pavlovas but maybe I should try your recipe.

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:27 pm

          Glad you like it! Thanks Petra

      12. Maxene says

        June 21, 2017 at 1:43 pm

        I have never made Pavlova's, they look so pretty and are a petite sweet treat! I might have to get back to some baking this weekend!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          July 03, 2017 at 9:25 pm

          Thank you so much, Maxene!

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