Easy Pavlova

Ingredients

• 4 large egg whites
• 1.25 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 pint heavy cream
• 6 kiwi , peeled and sliced

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; draw a 9-inch circle on the parchment paper.

3. 3

   Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff but not dry. Gradually add sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until meringue is thick, white, and glossy.

4. 4

   Gently fold in cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.

5. 5

   Spoon mixture inside the circle drawn on the parchment paper. Working from the center, spread mixture toward the outside edge and build the edge slightly. This should leave a slight depression in the center.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven until meringue is dry and sounds hollow when tapped, about 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack.

7. 7

   Beat heavy cream in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form; set aside. Remove meringue from the parchment paper and place on a flat serving plate.

8. 8

   Fill center of meringue with whipped cream and top with kiwi slices.

9. 9

   Top with fruit and enjoy!