Easy Sugar Free Keto Pavlova

• This keto pavlova recipe has been tested multiple times, using various ingredients, and by two different methods.
• Conventional and thermal methods. Using both a stand mixer and mixing the pavlova with a Thermomix we have tested various ways to make it.
• Originally published in 2017 this recipe has been tested MANY many times. So you are getting a tried and true sugar free pavlova recipe that WORKS!
• We have detailed ingredients and instructions to help make this a fail proof pavlova recipe. Read through the entire blog post carefully before baking to get all the hot tips.

Keto Pavlova

What is pavlova? Pavlova is an Australian classic dessert. It is basically a huge meringue that is traditionally topped with whipped cream and fruit. (You can make mini pavlovas too if you wish).

Often served at family gatherings, parties and Christmas in Australia and New Zealand. This iconic Australian dessert had to have a sugar-free, keto-friendly makeover. The Aussies and Kiwis might argue over who came up with this recipe first, but this sugar-free version is all Mad Creations!

Related Recipes – Mini Keto Pavlova / Keto Meringues

There are only a couple of different ingredients in our sugar-free diabetic pavlova recipe to the original. It is important to select the correct sweetener, as outlined below.

Egg whites – room temperature FRESH egg whites are a must. You can tell fresh egg whites by how thick they are. If they are watery and do not hold their shape, then get some fresh ones. Old egg whites will NOT hold shape. Cold eggs don’t whip as well, so bring the eggs to room temperature before whipping until stiff peaks form.

Sweetener: I use erythritol-based sweetener. I use Sukrin Melis (a powdered sweetener). You can use monk fruit sweetener or granular erythritol sweeteners with a little stevia too, BUT you will need to blitz them first into a powder. I have tried finer granular sweeteners, but they just dissolve like caster sugar does when making a pavlova. Xylitol and allulose are NOT suitable sweeteners for this healthy pavlova. It will make the meringue soft and chewy.

Xanthan gum or cornstarch – xanthan gum or cornstarch helps to hold shape. While cornstarch is not keto-friendly it is only 1 tablespoon for the entire pavlova. Use xanthan gum for keto and grain free. Arrowroot powder is also a good substitute for cornstarch in pavlova. It has approximately the same carb count but seeing you are using so little, it is not adding a lot of carbs to the pavlovas nutrition count. All options still make for a gluten-free pavlova recipe.

White Vinegar – vinegar is used for cleaning the bowl before mixing and to help stabilise egg whites. Mix the xanthan gum (or cornstarch) with the vinegar and add in the last mixing for 2-3 minutes after it is added.

Vanilla extract – adds a nice flavour to pavlova.

More Related Recipes Keto Lemon Meringue Pie / Keto Lemon Meringue Cupcakes

Step 1. Preheat oven to 130℃ fan/150°C static (300°F). Line a baking tray with parchment. Cut a 20cm (8 inch) diameter circle of parchment and place it into the centre of the lined tray.

Step 2. Clean a mixing bowl thoroughly with vinegar. Dry well with paper towels.

Step 3. Use a stand mixer to whisk egg whites to stiff peaks.

Step 4. Add sweetener, 1 tablespoon at a time, waiting 30 sec between adding the next. Once all the sweetener has been added, scrape down sides of bowl; and mix a further 3-5 minutes until glossy.

Step 5. Add vanilla extract, vinegar, cream of tartar and xanthan gum or cornstarch. Mix 3 minutes until thick and glossy. Turn oven down to 100℃ fan/120°C static (250°F).

Step 6. Bake for 90 minutes or until crisp to the touch. Turn the oven off and leave the pavlova to cool in the oven with the door closed.

Step 7. Transfer pavlova to a cake stand or plate and top with cream, lemon curd, berries or whatever you love. You can see my pavlova has lots of cracks in it. This can happen with a pavlova. It is still perfect in my eyes and holds together really well.

How to Make Pavlova in a Thermomix

Making a pavlova in a Thermomix is easy too. I have included full instructions to making my keto pavlova recipe in the Thermomix in the recipe card. If you follow each step closely the pavlova will be perfect. It is my preferred method as it is easy to see the time counting down for adding the sweetener. Plus, you can easily set the times for mixing.

HOT TIPS: Make sure you take the bowl apart and thoroughly clean the mixer before using with vinegar. You can do a vinegar wash, but I like to ensure that under the blade is completely clean before starting. Clean the whisk attachment with viengar too, including where it attaches to the blade.

Keep the measuring cap off while mixing as you can monitor how the egg whites are thickening before adding sweetener and the following steps.

What To Serve With Pavlova

Pavlova is traditionally served with whipped cream and loads of fruit. Here are a few different options to try.

1. Pavlova with Lemon Curd. The pictured pavlova is made with my keto lemon curd, but I also added lime juice (half of the juice amount) and a tablespoon of passionfruit. It is delicious and very summery while still low in carbs.
2. Top with gelato, frozen yogurt, ice cream. Right before serving pile the pavlova high with scoops of your favorite iced confection. Ice cream (or similar) is a perfect way to break the sweetness overload of the meringue.
3. Grilled fruit. Chargrilled peaches, pineapple, plums, or watermelon add a nice fruity sweetness. A small amount of grilled fruit with a sugar free pav can still be low in carbs and a decadent treat.
4. Get saucy. Top with keto chocolate fudge sauce, berry coulis, jam, caramel syrup, or store bought sugar free caramel sauce,

What to do with Leftover Pavlova

Leftover pavlova usually looks pretty sad and sorry for itself the next day. So here are some great ideas for using up the leftovers.

• Pavlova Thick Shake – add some (keto) vanilla ice cream, milk and pavlova leftovers to a blender and mix. What a fabulous way to use up pavlova. Thick, sweet and delicious! Top with some whipped cream and crumbled meringue.
• Eton Mess – it is a classic.
• Pavlova Ice Cream – fold crumbled pavlova through softened ice cream. Serve it up straight away or keep frozen. Simple and delicious! This could also be set into icecream pop molds too. The kids will love it, big and small.

More Recipes To Try

For more great keto sweets and low carb dessert recipes have a look through the website to find some new favourites. These are just a handful of our most popular keto cakes and sweets to make when entertaining or perfect for a low carb Christmas cake.

• Layered Keto Cake | The Best Ombre Cake
• Lemon Curd Cake
• Easy Keto Truffles with Chocolate Mint
• Keto White Christmas recipe
• Keto Chocolate Cheesecake