EASTER MERINGUE CUPS RECIPE

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These crunchy meringue shells with a lemon curd filling will make guests stop to "ooh" and "ahh" at your dessert table. Topped with fresh fruit, they're especially pretty when served with a spring meal. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup lemon curd
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1/3 cup mandarin oranges
1/3 cup cubed fresh pineapple

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat the egg whites, vanilla and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form.
  • Drop meringue into eight mounds on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Shape into 3-in. cups with the back of a spoon.
  • Bake at 275° for 45-50 minutes or until set and dry. Turn off oven and do not open door; leave meringues in oven for 1 hour. Spread cups with lemon curd and fill with fruit.
  • Yield: 8 servings.
  • Originally published as Easter Meringue Cups in Simple & Delicious
  • March/April 2006, p52
  • Nutritional Facts
  • serving (1 each) equals 180 calories, 1 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 38 mg sodium, 40 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein.
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