'Airy decadence' best describes this summery delight. Topped with fresh cream, seasonal berries and shaved chocolate, you'll be on cloud nine with these mini Nutella Pavlovas!
Pavlovas are one of those desserts that may look difficult to achieve, but are deceptively easy.
It's a rare accomplishment to successfully execute a recipe you have never made before on your first try, which explains the wide grin I have had etched across my face all evening.
The entire process left me with reservation. "I hope they aren't too egg-y." "What if they come out like rubber?" "Oh no, why do they look like toasted marshmallows?"
I did exactly as instructed. Once they were finished baking, I let them cool in the oven. With all the doubt running through my mind, it was difficult to turn the oven off and try to forget about my pavlovas as they cooled.
When the moment of truth finally came crawling, I pulled the pavlovas out. They were perfect. They had a nice crisp exterior - which is a very good sign. I could only hope now that the center was soft.
I took a chance and finished my recipe through, topping them with fresh cream, berries and shaved chocolate. I then set up an elaborate display and took my photos. Even with the days getting longer, I still feel like I am always chasing daylight.
After it was all said and done, it was time to taste test. At the end of a long day, we gathered around the kitchen and casually prepared ourselves with this elegant treat- too weary to set a proper table.
Despite the informal manner in which we enjoyed this dessert, standing around the kitchen counter, we each looked up at one another and exchanged a glance of approval. It's a good sign when someone bites into a meal (or dessert) and their eyebrows go up. Then comes the prolonged, "Mmmm..."
It was a proud moment, and after a quick cleanup, I rushed to settle down at my desk to share this exquisite dessert with all of you.
Nutella Pavlova
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3/4 cup icing sugar
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Nutella
- For garnish:
- Fresh whipped cream
- Blackberries
- Strawberries, sliced
- Dark Chocolate, grated
- White Chocolate, grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 295 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until frothy. Once frothy, gradually add icing sugar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form and a thick meringue forms.
- Add vinegar and vanilla and fold into the egg white batter.
- Spoon about 1/2 cup of meringue onto the prepared baking sheets, then with a pastry knife, gently even out the meringue into about 3-inch circles. You should have 4 pavlovas.
- In a small heat proof bowl, melt Nutella. Drizzle the Nutella over the meringues.
- Bake for 1 hour until golden and firm. Let the pavlovas cool in the oven. Once you remove them from the oven, they should have a crisp exterior.
- For the whipped cream, beat together 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tablespoon white sugar.
Assemble:
- Top each pavlova with a generous dollop of whipped cream. Top with berries, then shave the chocolates over each pavlova.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Toodles,
Tammy<3
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Don't you just love it when you get a recipe right the first time.
I have to try and keep away from Nutella, as I can't control myself around it haha.
But this looks amazing.
Living the Gourmet says
Same here, Dannii! One of the reasons I made this dessert was to finish off the bit of Nutella we had left...otherwise it would have slowly disappeared by the spoonfuls. At least I put it to good use hah! Thank you for stopping by! 🙂
Toodles, T<3
June @ How to Philosophize with Cake says
I've actually not had pavlova before either, I really ought to try it--maybe with nutella, like this! 🙂
Living the Gourmet says
You should definitely try it this season! They are so wonderful especially with all the berries! Let me know how it comes out 🙂
Toodles, T<3
Sarah Maison Cupcake says
These look super glamorous! And I love the moody photos!
April J Harris says
What beautiful pavlovas, Catherine! I know my family would love these, especially with the cream & Nutella. And I can so identify with what you said about 'chasing daylight' for photographs 🙂
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allie@Through Her Looking Glass says
Oh YES!!! Gorgeous Tammy. Nothing better than sharing these around the kitchen counter. Never made a pavlova myself. YET. Love the fresh fruit and chocolate shavings. These are very tempting, thanks for the inspiration!
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Living the Gourmet says
^.^ Thank you so much, Allie! Give them a go...you will love them!
Toodles, T<3
Patty Haxton Anderson says
A dessert could not possibly get any more gorgeous. Fabulous job.
Beauty Follower says
OMG this is beyond delicious!
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peter @feedyoursoultoo says
an absolutely beautiful dessert!
marcie says
These look so delicious, Catherine, and your photos are beautiful! I love the sound of this combination! 🙂
Renee@Renee's Kitchen Adventures says
You pretty much had me at Nutella Catherine! These look so elegant! Love this!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
These photos are lovely! A MUCH better use of nutella than my usual (straight out of the jar- oops!) 🙂
Living the Gourmet says
Medha, I am the same way!! I had to start thinking up creative ways to use up the Nutella. It calls to me at night..I'm a closet eater haha
Toodles, T<3
Comedy Plus says
Oh Tammy these look amazing. Amazing.
You all have a fabulous day. 🙂
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Living the Gourmet says
Thank you, Sandee! So good to hear from you.
Toodles, T<3
lisaiscooking says
Nutella on the meringues sounds great! These are perfect vehicles for summer berries.
Big Daddy Dave says
Tammy, We've never had this dessert but it looks terrific! Like yourself, we always end up holding our breath when we create some food item that we've never done before. It's really satisfying when it all comes together... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Living the Gourmet says
Thank you, Dave! I hope you and Laurie give it a try soon! 🙂
Hugs, Tammy
Sandi Gaertner (@sandigtweets) says
What a beautiful dessert. We love pavlova, and yours can't be any more perfect with the nutella and berries.
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
There's only one way to enjoy a new recipe that you got right on the first try - and that is standing around the kitchen counter or sink! 🙂
I've never tried making pavlova - these are gorgeous and thanks for the recipe!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
There's only one way to enjoy a new recipe that you got right on the first try - and that is standing around the kitchen counter or sink! 🙂
I've never tried making pavlova - these are gorgeous and thanks for the recipe!!
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says
This is just simply gorgeous. I really shouldn't be looking at these while I'm hungry! Hah!
Tara Noland says
This is stunning, I usually do make pavlova in the summer time too, love it!!
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gloria says
Tammy!! I love these pavlovas look absolutely delicious! I love berries too! And nutella sounds amazing!
xoxo
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gloria says
The twins love nutella:)))
Suzy @ The Mediterranean Dish says
I would be in danger of eating one too many! Stunning!
Cakelaw says
These pavs look delish Catherine!
Petro Neagu says
These Pavlovas look insanely delicious! I am tempted to try and bake some right now. I'll definitely do it over the weekend though, now they're stuck with me. And as always, a terrific job on the photography! I assume that's Tammy's work so thumbs up to her!.
Have a wonderful weekend, Catherine.
Tianna says
wow this looks great! thanks for sharing this!
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Debi @ Surroundings by Debi says
These look delicious! I am going to try them - you said they were easy right? Thank you for partying with us at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop!
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
I surely can't stop just eating one or two. They look so inviting and delicious.
Roz @ La Bella Vita Cucina says
Cloud nine is right! I can't imagine how wonderful these taste with the Nutella! YUM!
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Jenny B @ Honey and Birch says
Pavlovas are one of my favorite desserts! They look so complicated but I love how easy they are to make. That, topped with your stunning photos (as always) are making me crave this recipe today! I featured your post this week at #FoodieFriDIY – thank you so much for participating!
Cindy says
They look so good! I've never tried Nutella...pinning this!
Thanks so much for shairng at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Lisa @ Cooking with Curls says
Wow, those are gorgeous Tammy!! I can just imagine how wonderful they taste.
Michele says
The perfect summer dessert! Totally pinning!! 😉
Shirley Wood says
We are so glad you shared this yummy recipe with us at Merry Monday. We look forward to seeing your creativity again.
Erlene says
This sounds like a wonderful dessert and I bet it's really light too. Can't wait to give this a try. Thanks for sharing on Merry Monday. Pinned. You'll be one of my feature picks for Sunday's party.
Diana Rambles says
This look fantastic!
Ashley says
Hi there! Just wanted to let you know I featured your post as my feature pick for the Merry Monday link party! Hope you'll link up again with us next week!
Miz Helen says
This is such a lovely dessert, that we would just love. Thanks for sharing your delicious recipe with us at Full Plate Thursday, hope to see you again real soon!
Have a great day,
Miz Helen
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Sherry says
These are beautiful! I have been dying to try them!
Sherry says
I will feature this today at HSH! Thanks for sharing!
Sherry
Beauty Follower says
OMG this looks awesome!
Deliciozo!
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Manila Spoon says
These mini nutella pavlovas are deliciously gorgeous - summer's perfect little bites!!!
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