Meringue dessert recipe

Meringue Dessert recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
This meringue dessert recipe is a delightful treat that will impress your guests with its light and airy texture. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a deliciously sweet result. The crispy outer shell of the meringue gives way to a soft and marshmallow-like center, creating a perfect balance of textures. Whether served on its own or topped with fresh fruits and whipped cream, this meringue dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Meringue dessert recipe details

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Ingredients

	Meringue:
1 ½ tsp	vanilla extract
½ tsp	cream of tartar
1 ½ tbsp	cornstarch
180 g	granulated sugar
6 large	eggs, whites only
1 pinch(es)	salt
	lemon curd
	raspberry or blueberry sauce
	whipped cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 150°C. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Pour the vanilla into a small cup and set aside.

Combine the cornstarch with the sugar in a small bowl and set aside.

In another large bowl combine the egg whites, cream of tartar and salt. Whisk until soft peaks start to become visible, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.

Gradually sprinkle in in the sugar-cornstarch mixture while whisking. Add in the vanilla and increase the speed and whip until meringue is glossy, and stiff peaks form when the whisk is lifted, 4 to 5 minutes.

Spoon the meringue into 8 large round mounds that are about 7cm wide on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. With the back of a spoon, indent the middle of the mound for holding the filling once meringue is baked.

Place baking sheet in the oven and reduce oven temperature to 120°C. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the meringues are crisp, dry to the touch on the outside, and still white. The interiors should have a marshmallow-like consistency.

Gently lift from the baking sheet and leave to cool.

To serve top with your favourite filling: lemon curd, raspberry sauce, blueberry sauce, and freshly whipped cream.

Preparation time:
ca. 50 min
Grade of difficulty:
tricky
Calories per portion:
n/a