Perfect Meringue Pie Topping
Elevate your desserts with this delicious meringue pie topping. Perfect for butterscotch, chocolate, lemon, or key lime pies, and even individual puddings or custard.
Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature approx. 100 grams
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, (100 grams)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla paste
Instructions
- In a mixer with whisk attachment, beat the egg whites on high speed until foamy.
- Add the cream of tartar and a pinch of salt and continue beating at high speed.
- When the whites are opaque, with the mixer still running, begin adding the sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Once all of the sugar is incorporated, add the vanilla and continue beating to stiff peaks.
- Check for stiff peaks by lifting the beater. The peaks should be sturdy and glossy, standing on their own.
- Follow the baking instructions for your pie.
Notes
Note: Eating raw or undercooked eggs can pose a risk for food-borne illness. Cook the meringue topping for at least 15 minutes at 350 F.
Nutrition
Calories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 0.1gSodium: 21mgPotassium: 36mgSugar: 13gCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.02mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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