Pavlova with elderflower crème fraiche and honeycomb
Meet the slablova: a crowd-friendly spin on a classic Aussie dessert. Garnished with crème fraiche and honeycomb for some sophistication.
Ingredients
Honeycomb
415g caster sugar
150g glucose syrup
65g honey
18g bi-carbonate soda
Elderflower crème fraiche
2 tbsp elderflower cordial (these vary considerably between brands so add slowly and taste as you go)
2 cups crème fraiche with 1 tbsp vanilla paste stirred through
Optional extras
Bee pollen
Crystalised violets, broken
Edible flowers
Method
For the honeycomb, line a deep 20cm square tin with baking paper. Place caster sugar, glucose syrup, honey and 70g water into a medium saucepan and place over low medium heat. Stir to dissolve sugar then bring to the boil. Cook until mixture reaches 160C. Remove from heat then carefully add bi-carb soda and whisk quickly to dissolve. Pour into prepared tray and set aside to cool for at least 1 hour. Once cool, use a serrated knife to trim the outside edges so that the inner structure is visible. Break into large chunks and set aside. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container.
Combine the elderflower cordial, crème fraiche and vanilla paste in a bowl then dollop or spread across the pavlova. Top with chunks of honeycomb, crystallised violets, bee pollen and edible flowers if using. Serve immediately.
See Katrina Meynink's pavlova base recipe here.
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