MERINGUES WITH FRESH BERRIES

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Juicy ripe berries and a dollop of light cream fill these cloudlike meringue desserts. When I double this recipe to serve friends, they always rave about it. -Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
Dash salt
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mixed fresh berries
1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional
1/3 cup sour cream
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon rum extract

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add cream of tartar and salt; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla., Drop meringue into two mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Shape into 3-1/2-in. cups with the back of a spoon. , Bake at 225° until set and dry, 1 to 1-1/4 hours. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1 hour. Remove to wire racks to cool. , In a small bowl, combine berries and, if desired, sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Combine sour cream and extract; spoon into meringue shells. Top with berries. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Erduan Niazi
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These meringues were amazing! They were so light and fluffy, and the fresh berries were the perfect complement.


Gab Rogers
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I was really looking forward to trying these meringues, but they were a bit disappointing. They were too dry and crumbly.


Reshad hassanzada
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These meringues were the perfect treat for a special occasion. They were elegant and delicious.


Lawrence Arellano
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These meringues were a bit too eggy for my taste.


Shafuu Shah
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I've never made meringues before, but this recipe made it easy. The meringues were delicious and I will definitely be making them again.


William Azulay
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I thought these meringues were just okay. They were a bit too sweet for my taste.


yuwa kaji Ghimire
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These meringues were so easy to make and they turned out beautifully. I will definitely be making them again.


Fact Cap
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my meringues turned out flat and tough.


Azmat Ali Yousafzai
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These meringues were the perfect dessert for a summer party. They were light and refreshing, and the fresh berries added a delicious touch.


Abuki Ebiro
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The meringues were too dense and chewy.


Pop Daddy
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The meringues are always light and fluffy, and the fresh berries add a beautiful pop of color.


Shayla Lee
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These meringues were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Sarah Mbanjo
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I'm not usually a fan of meringues, but these were delicious! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were perfect.


Advocate pari
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These meringues were a huge hit at my party! They were so light and fluffy, and the fresh berries added a perfect touch of sweetness and tartness.