SWISS MERINGUE SHELLS

Swiss Meringue Shells image

Folks will know you fussed when you bring out these sweet, cloud-like cups topped with fresh berries (or a tart fruit filling if you like). Crisp outside and chewy inside, these meringues from the American Egg Board makes an elegant ending to a company dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar
Berries of your choice
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add vanilla and cream of tartar; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved., Drop 8 mounds onto parchment-lined baking sheet. Shape into 3-in. cups with the back of a spoon. Bake at 225° until set and dry, 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1 hour. , Cool on wire racks. Store in an airtight container. Fill shells with berries; garnish with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.