Introduction
Fall pavlovas are like edible clouds kissed by autumn flavors. Each one starts with a crisp meringue shell and a soft, marshmallowy center — then gets dressed up with warm spices, cozy sauces, and seasonal fruits. Whether you’re baking for guests or for your own weekend treat, these 21 fall pavlovas make every bite feel special and surprisingly easy.
1. Maple Pecan Pavlova
A warm, nutty pavlova that captures maple’s sweetness and pecan’s crunch.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp vanilla
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ cup toasted pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar.
- Mix in vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla.
- Spoon onto parchment and shape into nests.
- Bake 1 hour, then cool in oven.
- Top with whipped cream, maple syrup, and pecans.
How to Serve It
Add a drizzle of maple syrup right before serving.
2. Apple Cinnamon Pavlova
Sweet spiced apples make this pavlova feel like apple pie in meringue form.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ½ apple, sliced and caramelized
Instructions
- Prepare pavlova base and bake as usual.
- Cook apples with butter and cinnamon until soft.
- Cool pavlovas and top with cream and apples.
How to Serve It
Dust with extra cinnamon sugar.
3. Pumpkin Spice Pavlova
All the cozy pumpkin pie flavor, in a lighter, airier dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ tsp vanilla
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ¼ cup pumpkin purée
- ¼ tsp pumpkin spice
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Mix pumpkin purée with spice and fold into cream.
- Swirl over pavlova and chill before serving.
How to Serve It
Top with caramel drizzle or cinnamon sticks.
4. Cranberry Orange Pavlova
Tangy, bright, and festive — perfect for late-fall gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ cup cranberry compote
- 1 tsp orange zest
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Make and bake base.
- Mix cream and zest.
- Add cranberry topping.
How to Serve It
Decorate with sugared cranberries.
5. Caramel Apple Pavlova
Soft meringue meets buttery caramel and tart apples.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ apple, diced
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce
Instructions
- Bake pavlova base.
- Sauté apples in butter until tender.
- Add cream, apples, and drizzle with caramel.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
6. Pear and Honey Pavlova
Elegant and floral, with the natural sweetness of honey.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 2 poached pear halves
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Prepare pavlova.
- Slice pears and layer over cream.
- Drizzle with honey.
How to Serve It
Add edible flowers for a fancy look.
7. Fig and Walnut Pavlova
Sweet figs and crunchy walnuts give it a Mediterranean fall feel.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 2 figs, sliced
- ¼ cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Top with cream, figs, and nuts.
How to Serve It
Drizzle with a bit of golden syrup or honey.
8. Chocolate Hazelnut Pavlova
Rich and crisp with a Nutella-like flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ¼ cup chopped hazelnuts
Instructions
- Fold cocoa into meringue before baking.
- Bake 1 hour.
- Top with cream and hazelnuts.
How to Serve It
Add chocolate shavings on top.
9. Chai Spice Pavlova
All the warming notes of chai in one bite.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp chai spice mix
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Add spice to meringue before baking.
- Bake and cool.
- Add cream topping.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle extra spice blend before serving.
10. Brown Sugar Plum Pavlova
Caramelized plums and brown sugar give this a deep fall flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ cup roasted plums
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Beat egg whites with brown sugar.
- Bake as usual.
- Add cream and plums on top.
How to Serve It
Garnish with a drizzle of plum syrup.
11. Salted Caramel Pavlova
Sweet and salty perfection that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- Pinch of sea salt
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Bake base.
- Add whipped cream and caramel sauce.
- Sprinkle salt flakes.
How to Serve It
Serve chilled for best texture.
12. Ginger Pear Pavlova
Spiced and fruity — a perfect end to any meal.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ cup poached pears
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Mix ginger into meringue.
- Bake base.
- Top with pears and cream.
How to Serve It
Dust with ginger sugar.
13. Pomegranate Chocolate Pavlova
Bittersweet chocolate meets juicy pomegranate.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- Fold cocoa into meringue.
- Bake 1 hour.
- Add cream and seeds.
How to Serve It
Add shaved chocolate for extra flair.
14. Maple Fig Pavlova
Rich maple syrup and soft figs make this one unforgettable.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 2 figs, sliced
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Add cream, figs, and maple drizzle.
How to Serve It
Top with chopped almonds.
15. Apple Butter Pavlova
A fall classic in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup apple butter
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Layer apple butter and whipped cream.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle cinnamon on top.
16. Cinnamon Pear Pavlova
Simple, elegant, and lightly spiced.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ½ pear, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Add cream and pear slices.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on top.
How to Serve It
Serve with honey drizzle.
17. Brown Butter Pecan Pavlova
Nutty brown butter makes this pavlova extra rich.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup pecans
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 2 tbsp brown butter
Instructions
- Bake base.
- Mix brown butter into whipped cream.
- Top with pecans.
How to Serve It
Dust with powdered sugar.
18. Mocha Pavlova
A coffee lover’s dream dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa
- 1 tsp instant espresso
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Add cocoa and espresso to meringue.
- Bake and cool.
- Add cream and dust with cocoa.
How to Serve It
Top with coffee beans for garnish.
19. Roasted Plum Pavlova
Sweet-tart roasted plums add deep autumn flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ½ cup roasted plums
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Add cream and plums.
How to Serve It
Pour a little plum syrup over the top.
20. Maple Pumpkin Pavlova
A festive fall favorite that’s creamy, spicy, and sweet.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ¼ cup pumpkin purée
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Mix pumpkin purée with maple syrup.
- Swirl into whipped cream and top.
How to Serve It
Add a sprinkle of crushed pecans.
21. Vanilla Persimmon Pavlova
A mild, fruity finish to the perfect fall menu.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 1 ripe persimmon, sliced
Instructions
- Bake pavlova.
- Top with vanilla cream and persimmon slices.
How to Serve It
Dust with powdered sugar or nutmeg.
Conclusion
Fall pavlovas prove that fancy doesn’t have to be difficult. With just a few egg whites and sugar, you can build a base for endless seasonal creations. From caramel apples to pumpkin spice, each recipe brings a little bit of warmth and color to your dessert table. Bake one (or a few!), snap a photo, and enjoy the taste of fall in every airy bite.
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