Saffron and Rose Poached Apricot Pavlova Recipe

Pavlova is a popular dessert in Australia and New Zealand, and its origin is still a topic of debate between the two countries.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 150 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Saffron and Rose Poached Apricot Pavlova Recipe

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Australian, International Courses: Dessert, Dinner Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 unit Egg Whites
• 200 gram Caster Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon White Wine Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 8 unit Apricots
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 pinch Saffron Threads
• 1 teaspoon Rose Water
• 1 cup Whipped Cream
• 50 gram Pistachios
• 4 unit Edible Rose Petals

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F).
2. In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
3. Gradually add the caster sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
4. Sift in the cornstarch and add the white wine vinegar and vanilla extract. Gently fold until combined.
5. Spoon the mixture onto a lined baking tray and shape into a circle. Create a well in the center.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
7. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, saffron threads, and rose water. Bring to a simmer.
8. Add the apricots to the simmering liquid and poach for 5 minutes.
9. Remove the apricots from the liquid and set aside.
10. Once the pavlova has finished baking, turn off the oven and leave the pavlova to cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
11. To serve, transfer the pavlova to a serving plate. Fill the well with whipped cream.
12. Top with poached apricots, crushed pistachios, and edible rose petals.
13. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.