Decent Meringue

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Cuisine: American

Light and airy meringue with vanilla flavor, perfect for topping pies or desserts, offering a crisp exterior and soft interior, ideal for sweet celebrations or casual treats.

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Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • 6 Tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 Tbsp cold water
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup boiling water

Instructions

  1. Mix cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl.
  2. Add boiling water to the cornstarch mixture and cook over medium heat until smooth and clear.
  3. Cool the starch mixture.
  4. Beat egg whites with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gradually beat in the cooled starch mixture, mixing well.
  6. Spread the meringue over pie filling.
  7. Bake in the oven until browned.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

318 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 22g 44% DV
Total Fat 0.6g 1% DV
Carbs 39.8g 14% DV
Fiber 2.4g 9% DV
Sugar 4.6g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 345mg 15% DV
Potassium 417.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 47mg 4% DV
Iron 0.7mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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