MERINGUE NESTS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200°F (100°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, begin whipping the egg whites with the salt at medium speed until frothy.
- Increase the speed of the mixer to medium-high and whip until the egg whites thicken and begin to hold their shape. Continue whipping the whites while adding the granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Once the sugar's been added, add the vanilla and continue to whip for 2 minutes, until stiff and glossy.
- Remove the mixer bowl from the stand and sift the confectioners' sugar over the meringue while simultaneously folding it in.
- Divide the meringue into 8 portions, evenly spaced, on the baking sheet. (They'll all fit if you arrange 3 down each side lengthwise and 2 in the center.)
- Take a spoon, dip it in water, tap off the excess, and make a hollow in the center of each meringue, like mashed potatoes in preparation for gravy.
- Bake the meringues for 1 hour. Turn the oven off and continue to let the meringues dry out in the oven for 1 hour more.
- The meringues are done when they feel dry and lift easily off the parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
- Variations
- Meringue nests lend themselves to many variations. Here are some of my favorites. Simply fold the additional ingredients into the meringue after adding in the confectioners' sugar.
- Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Coconut: 1/2 cup (40 g) dried shredded coconut, toasted
- Cocoa Nib: 6 tablespoons (60 g) cocoa nibs
- Coffee: 1 tablespoon best-quality instant coffee (crush the crystals into a fine powder with the back of a spoon first) or espresso powder
- Chocolate: 3 tablespoons (21 g) unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
- Chocolate Chip: 1/2 cup (80 g) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips (regular or mini)
- Chocolate-Chocolate Chip: 3 tablespoons (21 g) unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder and 1/3 cup (60 g) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips (regular or mini)
- Green Tea and Black Sesame: 1 1/2 teaspoons matcha (green tea powder) and 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- For Almond Meringue Nests: Replace the vanilla with 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, and press 2 tablespoons sliced almonds into the top of each meringue before baking.
- Storage
- Once cool, store the meringues in an absolutely airtight container until ready to serve. They can be made 1 week in advance.
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Miguel Omar
[email protected]These meringue nests are so delicious, I could eat them every day!
MERCY MIKE
[email protected]I've tried other meringue nest recipes, but this one is by far the best.
idella brown
[email protected]These meringue nests are the perfect dessert for a summer party.
Juel Alam
[email protected]I love how these meringue nests hold their shape so well.
Agueda Alatorre
[email protected]These meringue nests are a great way to impress your guests.
Richard Mbale
[email protected]I've been making these meringue nests for years, and they're always a favorite.
Esha Esha
[email protected]These meringue nests are the perfect addition to any dessert table.
H Hio
[email protected]I love the delicate flavor of these meringue nests.
Mahlodi Lebea
[email protected]These meringue nests are a great way to use up egg whites.
Yousef You
[email protected]I made these meringue nests for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge success. The kids loved them!
Albert Keebler
[email protected]These meringue nests are the perfect dessert for any occasion.
MD. Jakir Hossen Raj
[email protected]I've never made meringue nests before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfectly!
Yamin Yamin
[email protected]These meringue nests are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my guests.
Ram Narayan
[email protected]I love how versatile these meringue nests are. I've filled them with everything from berries to ice cream to chocolate mousse.
VIVIAN Fred
[email protected]My meringue nests turned out perfectly! They were crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, and they held their shape beautifully.
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[email protected]These meringue nests were a delightful treat! They were light and airy, with a delicate sweetness that perfectly complemented the fresh berries and whipped cream.