Howard's Valentines Passionfruit Pavlova

Join Howard Middleton (GBBO, series 4) live from Sheffield for a Valentine's themed meringue bake. In this class Howard will guide you through the recipe for his Passionfruit Pavlovas. Together you'll bake beautifully light heart-shaped meringues, filled with a delicious fruit and cream filling. During the time with Howard you will also make your very own passionfruit curd and even finish with delicate meringue kisses.

Our class will take around 2hours as we bake our masterpieces, before you can tuck into the fruits of your labour all whilst hearing fantastic memories and stories from Howard. Tickets are priced at £35 for individuals and £50 for groups of two or more that will join from the same household. 

Places are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled or altered after purchase. All classes are subject to a minimum number of six attendees signing up. If the minimum number is not met, we will inform those who have purchased a place no later than 24 hours before the class, and will arrange a full refund. All guests will be emailed a link to the class following their booking. Please note our classes are very much interactive and are limited to 17 participants. Howard will ensure he gives you feedback as we go whilst everyone will be encouraged to ask questions. 

Equipment

Electric hand mixer or stand mixer

Flat baking sheet/tray

Mixing bowls

Large metal spoon

Wooden spoon

Small heavy bottomed   pan

Non-stick baking parchment

Piping   bags and nozzles

Small artist’s paintbrush

Sieve

Sharp knife

Ingredients

For the pavlovas and meringue kisses

2 large egg whites (save the yolks for the curd)

A pinch of salt

125g caster sugar

1 tsp cornflour   (cornstarch)

A few drops of vanilla extract

½ tsp white wine vinegar or cider vinegar

Pink food colouring gel or paste (optional)

For the filling

150ml double cream

½ tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste

1 tbsp icing sugar (optional) plus extra for dusting

Fresh fruit such as strawberries,   raspberries or sliced nectarine

For the passionfruit curd

6 passionfruit

2 large egg yolks

1 large egg

75g caster sugar

50g unsalted butter

1 tsp lemon juice   (optional)

*Large Egg in UK = Extra Large Egg in US

If you have any questions regarding this class please email us at info@bakewithalegend.com.