Sweeten up your grand final day with these refined dessert recipes. Whether you’re a fan of chocolatey richness or light and fruity delights, these two sweet treats will bring a touch of elegance to your game-day spread.
1. Mini Pavlovas with Fresh Berries and Lemon Curd
These mini pavlovas are light, crisp, and the perfect blend of sweet and tangy. With fresh berries and zesty lemon curd, this dessert is sure to impress both fans and foodies alike.
Ingredients:
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/2 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 120°C (250°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Make the pavlovas: In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beating until glossy. Fold in vinegar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Spoon the mixture onto the baking tray, forming 6 small pavlova nests.
- Bake: Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let the pavlovas cool inside for another hour.
- Assemble: Top each pavlova with a spoonful of lemon curd, whipped cream, and fresh berries before serving.
2. Chocolate Almond Tarts with Sea Salt
Decadent, rich, and with a hint of sea salt to balance the flavours, these chocolate almond tarts are the perfect indulgence for your grand final dessert table.
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet shortcrust pastry
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup thickened cream
- 1/4 cup almond meal
- 1/4 cup whole almonds, toasted and chopped
- Sea salt flakes, for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Cut the shortcrust pastry into circles and press into mini tart pans. Prick the bases with a fork and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Make the filling: Heat the cream in a saucepan until simmering, then pour over the chopped chocolate. Stir until smooth and melted. Mix in the almond meal.
- Fill the tarts: Pour the chocolate mixture into the tart shells and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Garnish: Before serving, sprinkle with chopped almonds and sea salt flakes.
Celebrate the grand final with a sweet twist! These two desserts offer the perfect balance of flavour and elegance, making your game day extra special. Find all the ingredients you need at Camberwell Fresh Food Market and whip up these delicious treats!