Meringue Recipe
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Meringue Recipe
Description
The Meringue Recipe begins by separating cold egg whites, then allowing them to reach room temperature to maximize volume when whipped. They are beaten in a spotless bowl until glossy and smooth, with cream of tartar added to stabilize the foam and maintain structure. Sugar is incorporated gradually, about a tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until the mixture achieves stiff peaks, ensuring a shiny and firm consistency.
The prepared meringue can be spread over pre-baked or no-bake desserts and baked under a hot oven heat source until golden, creating a crisp, delicate surface with a light interior. The temperature and baking duration are designed to cook the egg whites thoroughly without browning too quickly.
Ingredients
- 4 egg large, whites
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 /4 cup sugar
Instructions
- Remove eggs from the refrigerator and separate, as they will separate best cold.
- Allow egg whites to reach room temperature to allow them to whip to their fullest.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Pour eggs whites into a spotlessly-clean bowl.
- Whip the egg whites until they are glossy and smooth, then add the cream of tartar to help the egg whites hold their form.
- Slowly add the sugar to the egg whites about a tablespoon at a time, beating after each addition until the sugar is incorporated. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Spread meringue on top of pre-baked or no-bake dessert, place about 4 inches under the heat and bake for about 10 minutes, until golden.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 32 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 32kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.02mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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