Cherry & almond pavlova

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1. 1

   Schritt 1. Separate the eggs

   Crack the eggs and separate the yolks from the whites.

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2. 2

   Schritt 2. Whip the egg whites

   Whip the egg whites in a stand mixer, adding the sugar gradually until glossy and stiff.

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3. 3

   Schritt 3. Shape the meringues

   Spoon the meringue onto a parchment-lined baking tray, forming mounds with a hollow in the centre.

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4. 4

   Schritt 4. Bake the meringues

   Put the tray in the oven and bake the meringues at 120°C until dried and crisp.

5. 5

   Schritt 5. Steep the almonds

   Warm the milk in a saucepan, add the almonds, cover and leave them to infuse.

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6. 6

   Schritt 6. Strain the almond milk

   Strain the almond-infused milk into a clean bowl and discard the almonds.

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7. 7

   Schritt 7. Make the almond custard

   Whisk the egg yolks with sugar, then pour in the warm almond milk, return to the pan and cook until thickened, then strain.

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8. 8

   Schritt 8. Whip the cream

   Whisk the heavy cream until thick and spoonable.

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9. 9

   Schritt 9. Assemble the pavlova

   Top the meringues with the whipped cream, custard and cherries, then sprinkle with crushed almonds.

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