If you're looking for a show-stopping dessert that feels fancy but is actually really simple and made in minutes, then these Mini Pavlovas are your go-to. These individual desserts are perfect for Christmas when you want something delicious, impressive, but not too filling. Mini meringues, topped with jam, yogurt and fruit couldn't be easier.
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Mini pavlovas are perfect for entertaining because they can be made in under 10 minutes, topped just before serving, and customised for every guest depending on their preferences. Much less mess than making a giant pavlova too.
These mini pavlovas are light and airy and the perfect individual portion dessert that you can customise with so many different toppings that we have given below. These are stunning, but so little effort to make - the perfect combination.
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Mini meringues - We used store-bought mini meringue nests as the whole point of this festive dessert is that it's put together in minutes. If you want to go all out and make your own, then try this Meringue Recipe.
- Yogurt - Whilst traditionally you would add whipped cream, we love this light swap. Use 5% or 10% fat and it's still really creamy, but lighter than cream and a good protein addition too.
- Berries - A mixture of raspberries, blueberries and strawberries.
- Jam - A little drop of jam at the base of each meringue adds some sweetness and an extra burst of flavour. We like cherry jam. You could use our Strawberry Puree or a Strawberry Compote.
- Icing sugar and mint - These are optional, but I think if you want to make it look really beautiful for a special occasion, then these work well.
Variations
Chocolate - Grated some dark chocolate, or chop it into chunks and sprinkle over the berries before serving. This would be good if you swap the jam for marmalade as chocolate and orange go so well together.
Nuts - Either crush some nuts to sprinkle on top, or drizzle some nut butter over the fruit and yogurt.
Lemon - Swap jam for lemon curd and then add the yogurt on top with some lemon zest or lemon peel.
Tropical - If you wanted a more tropical vibe to your mini pavlovas, then why not swap the berries for diced mango and pineapple and add some passion fruit on top?
Booze - For a boozy twist, you could add a splash of something like Bailey's to the yogurt, or even use a Bailey's pouring cream.
How To Make Mini Pavlovas
- Step 1: Arrange the meringue nests on a board.
- Step 2: Spoon the jam into the nests.
- Step 3: Add the yogurt on top of the jam.
- Step 4: Add one blueberry, one raspberry and divide the chopped strawberries to the tops of the yogurt. Add mint leaves and dust with icing sugar.
Dannii's Top Tips
- Don't add the toppings until serving. This isn't a make-ahead dessert, which is why it's so good that it only takes 5 minutes to put together. These don't store well as the wet yogurt and fruit make the meringue soft, as it is delicate.
- These also make a beautiful DIY dessert bar - set out toppings and let guests build their own!
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Recipe
Mini Pavlovas
Ingredients
- 8 Meringue nests
- 8 teaspoon (8 teaspoon) of Jam
- 8 tablespoon (0.66 cup) of Greek yogurt
- 8 Blueberries
- 8 Raspberries
- 4 Strawberries - chopped
- Fresh mint - (optional)
- Icing sugar - (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange 8 Meringue nests on a board.
- Spoon 8 tsp of Jam into the nests.
- Divide 8 tbsp of Greek yogurt on top of the jam.
- Divide the 8 Blueberries, 8 Raspberries and 4 Strawberries to the tops of the yogurt.
- Add Fresh mint on top and dust with Icing sugar.
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Recipe Tips
- Don't add the toppings until serving. This isn't a make-ahead dessert, which is why it's so good that it only takes 5 minutes to put together. These don't store well as the wet yogurt and fruit make the meringue soft, as it is delicate.
- These also make a beautiful DIY dessert bar - set out toppings and let guests build their own!
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
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