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Strawberry, Cardamom, and Pistachio Pavlova Bites

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Strawberry, Cardamom, and Pistachio Pavlova Bites are elegant mini desserts featuring crisp meringue shells with soft centers, topped with spiced whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and chopped pistachios. Light, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free, they’re perfect for special occasions or springtime treats.

Ingredients

  • 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp cream of tartar or 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (roasted and unsalted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar or lemon juice until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  3. Gently fold in cornstarch and vanilla extract.
  4. Spoon or pipe 2–3 inch rounds onto the baking sheet, creating a small well in the center of each.
  5. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes until dry to the touch. Turn off oven, crack door, and let meringues cool inside for 1 hour.
  6. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and ground cardamom until soft peaks form. Chill until ready to use.
  7. Just before serving, fill meringue shells with cardamom whipped cream, top with sliced strawberries and chopped pistachios.
  8. Serve immediately for best texture.

Notes

  • Store unfilled meringue shells in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Do not fill until just before serving to maintain crispness.
  • Use clean, grease-free bowls for best meringue volume.
  • Crack oven door during cooling to avoid meringue cracks.
  • Fresh strawberries are ideal for topping—avoid using frozen unless drained well.

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