Basic Meringue How-To
Light and airy meringue with a crisp exterior and soft interior, perfect for desserts like pavlova or topping pies. Its delicate sweetness and vanilla flavor make it appealing to both novice and experienced bakers looking for a versatile treat suitable for many occasions.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Use a copper bowl for beating the egg whites, as it helps stabilize the mixture through a chemical reaction with the copper.
- If using a copper bowl, omit the cream of tartar.
- Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar, a little at a time, beating until the mixture is glossy and firm.
- Add vanilla extract and beat briefly to combine.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
256
kcal
13% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).