Step 1

Preheat your Oven: Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Prepare the Meringue: Take a clean and dry bowl. Whisk the egg whites with an electric mixer until they form stiff peaks. Then add the golden caster sugar gradually. Continue to whisk until the meringue is glossy and thick.

Step 3

Shape the Meringue: Spoon the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet.Try to form a circle or oval shape. Create a slight well in the center. Later we will use it to hold the filling.

Step 4

Bake the Meringue: Place the meringue in the preheated oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 140°C (275°F). Bake for 1 hour. In this process the pavlova will be crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Now turn the oven off and leave it to cool completely inside the oven.

Step 5

Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone, vanilla extract, fromage frais, and golden caster sugar. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Prepare the Strawberries: Slice the fresh strawberries and toss them with a dessertspoon of caster sugar to enhance their sweetness.

Step 7

Assemble the Pavlova: Carefully transfer the cooled meringue onto a serving platter. Fill the well in the meringue with the creamy filling mixture, spreading it out evenly. Top with the sweetened strawberries.

Step 8

Dust with Icing Sugar: Finish by sifting a light dusting of icing sugar over the top for an elegant touch.