I made my first ever Pavlova last week and surprised that it came out perfect first time - little crunchy and a little gooey, and it rose really well. I since had a second and third attempt using the same recipe but when i put the mixture onto the tray it seemed a lot runnier and subsequently doesnt rise as much. Any suggestions on what i could do or which ingrediant is the key one to thicken it up and ensure it rises??
The cornflour helps thicken it. Make sure you use good quality fresh free range eggs as cheaper, battery hen eggs are a lot runnier (don't think that's a word but you know what I mean!).
I am a connoisseur of making pavlovas and it took me 20 years to perfect them. You have to be so sure of every single little detail. If you want more details - I did give a recipe some time ago - so look up Pavlova in the question and you may get your answers. Good luck!!!