6 fruit-topped pavlovas and meringues

Fresh basil and strawberry meringues

Nothing says summer like an overflowing basket of these berries. A light meringue with sweet strawberries and savoury basil is the perfect blend of flavours. Get the recipe.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Peach, raspberry and amaretto pavlova

Layers of crispy-chewy sweet meringue, soft whipped cream and juicy summer fruit make these meringues a showstopper. Get the recipe.

Photo, Erik Putz.

Ginger pavlovas with apricots

Whip up an airy and sweet dessert in no time. Top meringues with tipsy (orange liqueur!) gingered apricots and serve. Get the recipe.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Mini-meringues with rhubarb curd

How to extend the all-too-short rhubarb season? Make curd! This genius idea was inspired by lemon curd – just sub in rhubarb. Spoon it into little meringues for an airy dessert. Get the recipe.

Photo, Sian Richards. 

Raspberry pavlova cupcakes

A pretty pavolva dessert for summer entertaining. Seasonal fruit compote adds colour and a sweet-tart note. Get the recipe.

Photo, Michael Graydon.

Frozen meringue cake with raspberry balsamic syrup

Chef Giada De Laurentiis's frozen meringue cake is a stunning make-ahead dessert for summer. Get the recipe.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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