We have a such a great theme today for #SundaySupper (I know, I know I say that EVERY week), but seriously this week you will be hard pressed to find a recipe that doesn’t meet your dietary needs. Gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, soy-free, egg-free, and even meat-free recipes are represented! While I know recipes are always adaptable, sometimes it’s just nice to have it right there in front of you!
I have to admit, I am blessed with a system that has no food allergies – only my own weird food quirks. You know, stuff I never developed a taste for, or foods with weird textures. Tell me I’m not the only one who has that issue?
I decided on these chocolate pavlovas mostly because I knew it would be easy to keep dairy free AND no way to mess up the gluten thing. Pavlovas are so simple to put together and look absolutely elegant on the table. They are perfect for summer too, as I like to top mine with plenty of fresh berries. Did I mention they are technically fat-free as well? Yes, despite the added sugar, it’s a fat-free recipe! No guilt! A crunchy exterior with a soft marshmallow like interior, it’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
- pinch of salt
- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pre-heat your oven to 275 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the egg whites in the bowl of your stand mixer and let sit for 15-20 minutes until they come to room temperature.
- With the whisk attachment, start the mixer on a low speed and whisk for 2-3 minutes until the eggs begin to get frothy.
- Increase the speed slightly and continue to whisk for another 2 minutes. The eggs should be gaining volume and start to turn white. Add the vinegar at this point.
- Whisk for another minute or so and then increase the speed to high. With the motor running, add the cornstarch and salt and then slowly pour in the sugar. Finally beat in the cocoa powder and vanilla extract.
- Continue to beat until the egg whites are glossy and have reached a stiff peak. To check you have a stiff peak, lift up the whisk attachment from your mixer and if the peaks stay, you are good to go.
- Spoon your egg whites onto the prepared baking sheet into 6 circles, creating a well in the center of each.
- Bake for one hour or until the outside is no longer sticky and the edges just begin to brown.
- Prop your oven open and let the pavlovas cool completely inside before removing them.
- Serve with fresh berries on top.
- Store any additional pavlovas in an airtight container.
For more great recipes, check out the list below!
- Dairy, Egg, Gluten, Nut & Soy Free Brown Rice Breakfast Pudding bygirlichef
- Dairy & Nut and Sugar Free Blueberry Tangerine Muffins by Vintage Kitchen
- Dairy, Egg, Gluten, Nut, and Soy Free Homemade Mango Jam Recipe byMasala Herb
Main Courses
- Gluten Free Nothing Missing Manicotti by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Gluten Free Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Meatballs over Courgette Noodles bySmall Wallet, Big Appetite
- Gluten Free Pizza by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Dairy, Egg & Nut Free Balsamic Portobello Burgers by Curious Cuisinere
- Dairy, Egg, Gluten & Nut Free Mushroom Risotto Bake by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Dairy, Egg & Gluten Free Vegan Mac and “Cheese” by Webicurean
- Dairy, Egg & Nut Free Creamy Mushrooms on Pasta by The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Gluten Free Enoki Mushroom & Pine Nut Quinoa by Family Foodie
- Gluten Free Persian Cucumber Yogurt by Shockingly Delicious
- Gluten Free Quinoa with Olives, Basil and Sun-dried Tomatoes by That Skinny Chick Can Bake!!!
- Dairy Free Farro and Fruit Salad by Magnolia Days
- Dairy, Egg, Gluten & Dairy Free Fattoush Salad by From the Bookshelf
- Gluten Free Chickpea Fritters by The Lovely Pantry
- Dairy, Egg, and Gluten Free Black Bean and Mango Salad by Soni’s Food
- Dairy, Egg, Gluten, and Nut Free Grilled Fennel Salad by Food Lust People Love
- Dairy & Gluten Free French Bread by Blueberries and Blessings
- Dairy & Gluten Free Crunchy Almond Sesame Crackers by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
Treats
- Dairy & Gluten Free Individual Chocolate Pavlovas by The Girl in The Little Red Kitchen
- Gluten Free Flourless Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies by Juanita’s Cocina
- Dairy, Egg & Gluten Free Apple Almond Butter Cookies by What Smells So Good?
- Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies with Almond Flour by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Nut Free Lemon Cardamom Wedding Cookies by Gourmet Drizzles
- Dairy Free Chocolate Gelato by Growing Up Gabel
- Dairy, Egg, Gluten & Sugar Free Cantaloupe, Strawberry, & Coconut Gazpacho by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Gluten Free Meringue Kisses with Dulce de Lece by Basic N Delicious
- Dairy & Egg Free Vegan Everyday Chocolate Loaf by Gotta Get Baked
- Gluten, Dairy, and Nut Free Coconut Macaroons by Happy Baking Days
- Dairy, Egg, Gluten & Soy Free Tastes like Chocolate Ice Cream byCookistry
- Gluten Free Mousse & Cookies by Ninja Baking
- Gluten Free Brown Butter Snickerdooles by Pies and Plots
- Dairy, Egg & Soy Free Chai Spice Coconut Ice Cream by Daily Dish Recipes
- Gluten Free Lemonade Dip by The Messy Baker
- Nut & Fat Free Chocolate Angel Food Cake by Table for Seven
Drinks
- Gluten & Dairy Free Honey Bear Smoothies by Neighborfood
- Sugar Free Strawberry Meyer Lemonade by The Weekend Gourmet
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I’ve been looking for a pavlova recipe for a long time. I had one at a wine tasting and heard how they can be difficult to make. I can’t see any difficulty with yours. Bookmarked so I can make my first pavlovas with this recipe.
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Girl, I need to get over my fear of pavlovas. These look ahhhhmazing!
Mmm pavlovas are so perfect for this week’s theme-plus ya know TASTY! 😀
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Indeed Susan your pavlova look limp smacking good! You know there is a house free for rent in the neighborhood, you could be my neighbor and I d come every day to have those. 😉 Happy weekend!
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We’re absolutely crazy for pavlovas in my house. THese look lovely!
These are a wonderful (and safe!) dessert option. Adding it to my summer “to try” list!
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These are amazing, Susan! I will have to make these for dessert soon. Thank you so much for sharing.
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Simply stunning! I can’t believe these beauties are fat free, and w/your great instructions, don’t sound too difficult. Thanks for sharing!!!
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I love your recipe! It’s so perfect with the berries!!
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Ooh these sound and look amazing!And guilt free too!!Totally my kind of dessert then and I cannot wait to try 🙂 Never made Pavlova, but you might have inspired me 🙂
I’ve never tried making pavlovas but yours look absolutely incredible. Perfect dessert for this weeks theme.
I´ve had nigella´s pavlova recipe on my bucket list for years. And this is the dessert I wanted to make, individulal and full of berries! this is a wonderful gf dessert Susan.
This is a recipe that’s been on my to-do list for a while. But the gourmet store up the block sells them so it’s hard to get motivated. 😉
My whole family loves pavlovas! I must make your minis over the summer…gorgeous topped with those ripe, juicy berries!
I’ve never had a pavlova, but these look like a perfect summer dessert. Pinning it to try soon!
High five, girl – I’m the same as you, thankfully no allergies or medical conditions that prevent me from eating certain foods. I’m a pretty picky eater but I’d have no problems wolfing these pavlovas down. Yay for fat-free! They look beautiful, especially with all the healthy fruit piled on top.
I have never actually made pavlovas myself before. I didn’t realize they were so easy. I will have to give this a try
I made meringue before dipped in chocolate but never chocolate meringue. Sounds so good with the berries!
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