Meringues are an undeniably delicious dessert that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer to enjoy them as a standalone snack, crumble them over ice cream, or fill them like a Pavlova, these light and airy treats are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
One of the great things about meringues is that they are incredibly easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container for months. This means that you can have a delicious and satisfying snack on hand whenever you need it, making meringues an excellent choice for any occasion.
For the meringue you need:
3 egg whites from super fresh eggs
150 ml of caster sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
5 drops of lemon juice
Optional, any food colouring or flavouring you prefer
This is how you make the meringue:
Oven heat 120 degrees celsius.
Add the egg whites with half the sugar to a clean bowl and beat until peaks form.
Mix the rest of the sugar with the cornstarch in a bowl. Slowly whisk the rest of the sugar and cornstarch into the egg whites and add the lemon juice.
Beat until the meringue is glossy, firm and fine. You should be able to hold the bowl over your head, without the batter falling out.
If you prefer you can gently add any food colouring or flavouring you like to the meringue batter.
Add parchment paper to an oven tray.
Add the meringue batter to a piping bag and pipe the meringue into small stars or any other desired shape, onto the parchment paper. Or take a spoon and add the meringue in blobs, making sure the meringues are in similar size and shape.
Bake at 120 degrees celsius in the middle of the oven for between 45-60 minutes depending on their size. You know the meringues are done when they feel hollow and easily removes from the parchment paper.
Take out the meringues and let them cool completely on a cooling rack.
Custom-made Meringues
Meringues are perfect to make together with children and can easily be custom-made to anyone's liking. Adding food colouring to make them in different colours or adding flavours like vanilla, chocolate, lemon or berries will keep making them interesting in new ways and loved by all. With their versatility and irresistible flavour, they are sure to become a staple in your kitchen and a go-to treat for any time of day, any day of the year.
So whether you're in the mood for baking with kids, or in the mood for a light and sweet treat to enjoy with friends and family, meringues are a perfect choice.
