Mini Pavlova cupcakes: Light meringue shells straight from a patisserie

Name: Mini Pavlova cupcakes: Light meringue shells straight from a patisserie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 15
Ingredients: 5 egg whites (room temperature); 300 g granulated sugar; 1 small teaspoon of lemon juice; 2 teaspoons corn starch (e.g., Solamyl)

Easy to prepare
15 portions
15 minutes

Jan, 21. 12. 2025

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Mini Pavlova shells are an ideal choice for festive desserts, holiday treats or romantic serving with fruit and whipped cream. These delicate meringue kisses have a crispy exterior and a tender interior that literally melts in your mouth. Yet their preparation is not complicated. Prepare 15 perfect shells for mini cakes according to a tried-and-tested recipe.

For 15 portions

Ingredients

5 egg whites (room temperature)
300 g granulated sugar
1 small teaspoon of lemon juice
2 teaspoons corn starch (e.g., Solamyl)

Preparation procedure

Preparation of the egg white mixture: Put the egg whites and sugar into a stainless steel or glass bowl. Place it over a pot of gently simmering water (bain-marie) and stir continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved (takes about 5–7 minutes).
Whipping: Remove the bowl from the heat and whip the mixture into stiff, glossy peaks (about 8–10 minutes at highest speed). Add the lemon juice and beat briefly again. Finally, gently fold in the starch.
Shaping and drying: Preheat the oven to 110 °C. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, form small nests using a spoon or a piping bag – the center should be slightly hollowed so they can be filled later.
Drying: Place the sheet in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 90 °C. Dry for about 90 minutes, until the shells are dry and lift away from the paper easily. Let them cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar.

🕒 Total preparation time

Preparation: 15 minutes
Whipping and shaping: 10 minutes
Drying: 90 minutes
Total: approx. 2 hours

🍰 Number of servings

Approximately 15 mini Pavlova shells

📝 Conclusion

Mini Pavlova cakes are a great base for a wide variety of dessert variations – top them with whipped cream, mascarpone cream, fresh fruit or raspberry coulis. You’ll surprise not only the taste buds but also your guests’ eyes – this dessert really looks luxurious! Store in a dry place in a sealed container.