CHERRY MERINGUE BITES
Light as air, individual shells of crisp meringue cradle fresh red cherries; between them lie hidden pillows of tart creme fraiche.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 50
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut 2 pieces of parchment paper to fit 2 baking sheets. Using a 1-inch cookie cutter, draw 25 circles on each piece of parchment. Turn the paper over, and place on sheets. Set aside.
- Combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar in the heat-proof bowl of an electric mixer. Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Whisk constantly until sugar has dissolved and whites are warm to the touch, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Heat the oven to 200 degrees. Transfer the bowl to the electric mixer, and whip. Start on low speed, and gradually increase the speed to high, until stiff, glossy peaks form, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Fit a pastry bag with a Wilton Number 16 star tip, and fill bag with the meringue. Cover one of the circles with an even layer of meringue. Pipe around the circumference, making a 1-inch-high cup. Repeat piping over the remaining circles. Transfer baking sheets to oven, and bake 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to 175 degrees. and bake until the meringue has dried but is still white, 35 to 40 minutes more. Transfer sheets to a wire rack to cool.
- Fit a pastry bag with a plain round tip, and fill the bag with creme fraiche. Pipe 1 1/2 teaspoons creme fraiche into each of the meringue cups, and top with a cherry. Dust meringue bites with confectioners' sugar, and serve.
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Moheb Khan
[email protected]I would definitely make these cherry meringue bites again. They were a big hit at my party and I can't wait to make them for my family and friends.
emmanuel perkeme
[email protected]These cherry meringue bites were a lot of work, but they were worth it. They were absolutely delicious!
Sab g Sab g
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my meringue didn't turn out right. The bites were still tasty, but they weren't as fluffy as I expected.
Wiremu Baker
[email protected]These cherry meringue bites were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.
wqaskhan
[email protected]I wasn't sure how these would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were delicious and everyone at my party loved them.
Raiyan
[email protected]These cherry meringue bites are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend them!
john weraga
[email protected]I loved the combination of the tart cherries and the sweet meringue. It was a perfect balance of flavors.
Nawab Hasankhan
[email protected]These bites were a great addition to my dessert table. They were light and fluffy, with the perfect amount of sweetness.
Danny Haraeb
[email protected]I've made these cherry meringue bites several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect little treat for any occasion.
Denver Green
[email protected]These cherry meringue bites were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.