Amaretto Cherry Pavlovas
Oct 18, 2025 04:45 AM
There’s nothing quite as beautiful as a traditional pavlova — crisp on the outside, soft and marshmallowy inside, and piled high with cream and fruit. This recipe for Amaretto Cherry Pavlovas takes that classic dessert and gives it a twist with homemade fresh cherry jam, silky white chocolate whipped cream, and plenty of decorative touches. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just want to try new recipes that feel elegant yet approachable, this one deserves a spot on your baking tray.
I’ve made countless pavlovas over the years and they never fail to impress. This recipe for Amaretto Cherry Pavlovas is one of my favorites because it takes a traditional pavlova and elevates it with homemade cherry jam, silky white chocolate whipped cream, and a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Ingredients:
Cherry Jam
- 2 cups pitted cherries, fresh or frozen 240g
- ¼ cup sugar 50g
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
- 1½ tbsp Amaretto or cherry liqueur, or vanilla extract
Pavlovas
- 4 large egg whites 130g, room temperature
- 1 cup sugar 200g
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp Amaretto or cherry liqueur, or vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- A drop of pink food coloring
White Chocolate Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream, divided 240ml
- ¾ cup white chocolate, chopped 113g
Decoration
- 1 white chocolate 113g, divided
Prep Time:
40 minutes
Cook Time:
75 minutes
Total Time:
175 minutes
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