Description
A festive dessert combining light and airy meringues topped with whipped cream and fresh berries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Egg Whites
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Fresh Berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: 200°F (93°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whip the Egg Whites: Whisk egg whites until soft peaks form; add a pinch of salt.
- Gradually Add Sugar: Slowly incorporate granulated sugar until stiff peaks and glossy texture are achieved.
- Incorporate Vanilla: Mix in vanilla extract for one additional minute.
- Shape the Meringues: Pipe or spoon meringue onto the baking sheet in wreath shapes.
- Bake Slowly: Bake for about 90 minutes until crisp; cool inside the oven.
- Whip the Cream: Whisk heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Assemble and Serve: Top cooled meringues with whipped cream and fresh berries.
Notes
Ensure utensils are free of grease and moisture. Store leftover meringues in an airtight container without cream to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: meringue, holiday dessert, berries, whipped cream, festive treats