Pavlova

Posted by Sante (912 days ago)

Can I prepare Pavlova in advance and put it in the fridge or freezer - would the meringue become soggy? Otherwise, if left in room temperature, how far ahead could I prepare the meringue base?

(I am based in Hong Kong)

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Posted by Claire (912 days ago)

You can prepare the meringue base a day in advance - keep it in an airtight container.

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Posted by Sante (912 days ago)

Hmm, that's a problem, I don't have an airtight container that big. If the meringue is kept in an airtight container, I assume that I don't have to put the container in the fridge? I also have the same question regarding sponge cake - how much in advance and can it be put in the freezer or in the fridge?

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Claire (912 days ago)

You're right. If in an airtight container, the meringue can kept at room temperature.

The sponge cake can be made a day or two in advance - again keep it in airtight container (you may have to go shopping), wrapped in plastic film if necessary to keep in the moisture. Yes, a sponge cake can be frozen, but without the icing/filling/fondant etc.

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Posted by Sante (912 days ago)

Thanks, Claire, you've been very helpful.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by karolina (900 days ago)

any good recipes?

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Posted by Sante (896 days ago)

Try this one from Nigella Lawson. I baked one for a friend's birthday party and the Pavlova got gobbled up in no time:

http://www.nigella.com/recipes/recipe.asp?article=211

(I am based in Hong Kong)