How to make the perfect pavlova and the common mistakes to avoid

Fluffy, chewy, crispy and delicious, there is nothing quite like a cloud of pavlova to start off a summer of al fresco dining

The perfect pavlova is soft with a marshmallow interior. Picture: iStock

Beat it 

Beat your egg whites until they reach soft peaks. To test this, lift the whisk out of the egg white mixture and if they hold firm, they have reached peak stage.