November 2nd, 2018
Sugar Free Pavlova | Keto Pavlova | LCHF Pavlova
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I have seriously wanted to sink my teeth into making a great keto pavlova for quite some time!
The time was right this Christmas with my beautiful new Smeg oven. Not only do I love my recipe but man I love and appreciate my Smeg.
It is funny that someone like me, who has been blogging for close to 6 years has only finally lashed out and got themselves a very much needed oven. When you realise that you are asking friends and recipe testers to photograph their baked goods for you to share that you definitely need a new oven.
This is not the first time I attempted a keto pavlova. Last year with my very much dying Westinghouse oven I attempted this exact recipe and it failed miserably. It was not crisp, it was not high, and it certainly wasn’t edible.
This keto pavlova though is perfection.
Keto Pavlova – not so sweet!
Even when you spoon the very thick and silky raw batter onto your tray you know this is going to work. The mix is stiff and glossy and delicious.
You will note that I have not made this a very sweet mix at all. I think it is far better than any pavlova I have eaten before due to the lack of that sickly sweet white sugar flavour.
Please note that Xylitol is NOT a suitable sweetener for the Pavlova. It tends to leave it soft and chewy if use xylitol.
Keto Pavlova Cooling Tips!
After the pavlova has finished cooking it is time to leave it in the oven and cool there completely. This reduces the chances of cracking your pavlova, and also gives it a great crispy crust.
I even did a little video to show you how it can be re-crisped and you can audibly listed to the crispiness of the crust.
In the images you see of the decorated keto pavlova I have actually done two separate ones and stacked them with some of the lemon curd and double cream between. Topped with berries and my delicious soft Christmas Praline.
Preferred Sweetener to use
While a traditional pavlova tastes extremely sweet, this sugar-free pavlova does not taste nearly as sweet. The sweetener I have used is Sukrin Melis available only online. Basically it is a powdered erythritol so if you do want to just mill some erythritol that will work as well.
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Check out the below video link to my Youtube for all the tips when making your sugar free keto pavlova
Growing up I was never a big fan of the pavlova although I always wanted to try one of those Pavlova Egg Magic’s. Remember them? I know they are still available but I am not quite sure how many people actually buy them.
Still this day I haven’t and I guess I never will. My next test is for a Christmas Wreath and an egg free pavlova. Fingers crossed it turns out perfect. Anyway for now this is me. Enjoy your keto pavlova now, or at Christmas.
I am sure it won’t be made just once.
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WATCH ME MAKE THE PAVLOVA
Sugar Free Keto Pavlova
For many Australians there would not be Christmas without a pavlova. For keto followers we needed a great sugar free one and here it is!
Calories: 68kcal
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Servings: 12 serves
Tap or hover over number to scale ingredientsIngredients
- 6 egg whites total weight 240g room temperature add extra whites to achieve the weight
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 80 g powdered erythritol I used Sukrin Melis (powdered erythritol)
- 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vinegar plus extra to clean the bowl
To serve
- 1 batch Lemon Curd
- 200 g double cream
- Fresh berries
- Christmas Soft Chewy Praline
Instructions
THERMOMIX METHOD
- Preheat oven to 150℃. Line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- Clean bowl thoroughly with vinegar and paper towel. Dry well.
- Insert Butterfly. Add egg whites and cream of tartar and mix 5 minutes/37℃/speed 4/MC off.
- Set Thermomix® to 5 minutes/37℃/speed 3 and add erythritol 1 teaspoon at a time every 10 seconds. Add in xanthan, vanilla and vinegar for rest of mixing time.
- Turn oven down to 100℃.
- Spoon meringue mix into large high pavlova approximately 25cm in diameter. Smooth sides and top to desired pattern.
- Cook pavlova for 90 minutes.
- Turn off oven and leave pavlova to cool in oven for 3 hours or overnight. Keep oven door closed.
CONVENTIONAL METHOD
- Preheat oven to 150℃. Line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- Clean mixer bowl thoroughly with vinegar and paper towel. Dry well.
- Use an electric mixer to whisk egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add add sweetener 1 teaspoon at a time mixing well after each addition Add in xanthan, vanilla and vinegar and mix well.
- Turn oven down to 100℃.
- Spoon meringue mix into large high pavlova approximately 25cm in diameter. Smooth sides and top to desired pattern.
- Cook pavlova for 90 minutes.
- Turn off oven and leave pavlova to cool in oven for 3 hours or overnight. Keep oven door closed.
- When completely cooled store in airtight container until needed. (up to 5 days)
Video
Notes
Nutritional is based on an unfilled pavlova. To calculate the total for a decorated pavlova simply add your topping ingredients nutritional and divide by 12. A low carb and calorie count was achieved through using a powdered sugar alcohol that is zero carb and zero calorie.
Serve with your favourite low carb toppings.
This pavlova is not overly sweet. To re-crisp a pavlova if it goes soft: Preheat oven to 200℃. When heat is achieved turn it down to 150℃ and add pavlova for 4-5 minutes to re-crisp.
I strongly recommend following this recipe and its cleaning and sanitising methods as per the instructions.
Testing has proved that other sweeteners have unreliable affects. Erythritol is preferred for its recrystallisation after heating. Powdered erythritol or Sukrin Melis result in a crispy exterior and marshmallow centre.
Your Own Notes
Nutrition
Serving: 1serve | Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 0g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Net Carbs: 0g
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132 Comments
Hello
what would be my time if I wanted to make these into smaller individual pavlovas. You mentioned dividing by 12 finished. you make 12 individual ones?
Hi Alisa, you might preder to read through our Grazing Platter recipe https://madcreationshub.com/recipe/keto-pavlova-dessert-grazing-platter/
Hi. My pavlova stayed soft and chewy. It didn’t become crispy … I did half ur recipe completely so you think it could be coz of that ?
Did you use a powdered erythritol sweetener?
I’ve been on keto for 2 months now and really enjoying the low carb no sugar lifestyle and plan on keeping it up. I’m a male in his 40’s, love pav and never made one before in my life. Followed the recipe and it turned out great. I also agree its better than the normal sickly sweet sugar version. Got the thumbs up from the kids as well. I did my meringue in a rectangular shape on a flat baking tray. For the topping I just used cream and frozen berries. I thawed the berries first and when thawed they had a liquid juice from the fruit that I poured over the top. Next time will definitely add the chewy praline as well. Thanks for sharing the recipe we now have a healthier alternative!
Hi Brad, I am so glad the recipe turned out great and that you are embracing the keto lifestyle.
Extra awesome that even the kids gave you a thumbs up. The juice from the berries sounds good and I am sure also made it look amazing too. Thanks for taking the time to come back and let us know that you enjoyed the recipe too.
Can you use Swerve powered sugar instead and will the outcome be the same?
HI Lynn, yes you can Swerve is powdered erythritol.
Wow! this recipe looks so yummy!:) I can’t wait to try this Keto Pavlova!:)Thanks!:)
I hope you love it Jerika!
Yum! This is making me drool!
This is making me drool! Yum!
It looks incredibly delicious. I wish this were in front of me.
Can I use Stevia (same amount) instead of Erythritol?
I havent tested it Antonia. If you have some spare egg whites maybe test it before you have any events. Stevia may have more of a cooling effect and tends to taste a lot sweeter. I am not sure how it will go as pure stevia for texture either.
I made this yesterday and took it to a friends house, I had so many lovely comments on it and no one could believe it was sugar free. The little tips throughout the recipe were really useful, I followed the recipe as written. I only subbed the cream on top to whipped coconut cream. Thanks for a great recipe.
Yay! I am so happy everyone enjoyed your dessert Barbara.