Meringue Crust

Meringue Crust
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    50 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 5 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    106

Create a delicate, crisp meringue shell, perfect for showcasing seasonal fruits and luscious creams. This elegant crust adds a touch of airy sweetness to any dessert.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    13 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Sodium
    87 mg
  • Sugar
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a clean, dry large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt until soft peaks form. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Add vanilla extract. Gradually beat in granulated sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until the meringue is very stiff, glossy, and holds its shape. (7 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Spread the meringue mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie plate, creating a shell with slightly higher edges. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 50 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. (50 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Turn the oven off and leave the meringue in the oven to cool completely for 1 hour. This prevents cracking. (1 hour)

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Recipe View 30 mins Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature before filling. (30 minutes)

For best results, ensure your bowl and whisk are completely clean and free of any grease. Even a tiny bit of fat can prevent the egg whites from whipping properly.
Room temperature egg whites will whip up to a greater volume than cold egg whites.
Do not open the oven door during baking or cooling, as this can cause the meringue to collapse.
The meringue crust can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to fill.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 35 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Jan Runte

    This recipe worked perfectly! My meringue was light and crisp.

  • Samantha Lockman

    I added a bit of lemon zest to the meringue for extra flavor, it was delicious!

  • Isidro Donnelly

    Followed the instructions exactly and it turned out beautifully. Letting it cool in the oven is key!

  • Brett Hermiston

    My first time making a meringue crust, and it was a success! Thanks for the clear instructions.

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