Best Foolproof Swiss Meringue Recipes

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FOOLPROOF MERINGUE



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Until I received this recipe, I never could master the art of meringue. Now I can whip it up perfect every time.

Provided by BELLWITCH1031

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 egg whites
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon lemon extract
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, combine egg whites, vanilla and lemon extract. Beat until foamy. Gradually add white sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over pie, covering completely.
  • To bake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.) Bake pie in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, Sodium 20.8 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

SWISS MERINGUE



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This meringue works well for piping shapes and baking them until crisp. It can be rewhipped if necessary.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 large egg whites, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 pinch cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Fill medium saucepan one quarter full with water. Set the saucepan over medium heat, and bring water to a simmer.
  • Combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar in the heatproof bowl of electric mixer, and place over saucepan. Whisk constantly until sugar is dissolved and whites are warm to the touch, 3 to 3 1/2 minutes. Test by rubbing between your fingers.
  • Transfer bowl to electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, and whip, starting on low speed, gradually increasing to high until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 10 minutes. Add vanilla, and mix until combined. Use meringue immediately.

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