Step 1

Line a baking tray with baking paper.

Step 2

Beat eggs whites until stiff peaks form.

Step 3

Gradually add the caster sugar to the egg whites and mix until mixture becomes thick and glossy.

Step 4

Mix white sugar and cornflour together in separate bowl.

Step 5

Fold sugar mixture and lemon juice into egg white mixture.

Step 6

Place mixture on baking tray and mould into a circle about a dinner plate size.

Step 7

Bake at 150C (fan forced) for 45 minutes to 1 hour. It will be ready when it is dry to touch. Allow to cool in the oven with the door ajar.

Step 8

Once cool, decorate with cream and topping of choice.