Strawberry Meringue Bliss

Strawberry Meringue Bliss

A light and airy meringue topped with luscious whipped cream and fresh strawberries, perfect for a delightful dessert.

Ingredients

• 4 large egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• a pinch none salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons liqueur
• 2 cups fresh strawberries

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to whip together egg whites, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually incorporate sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until the mixture achieves stiff, glossy peaks. Gently fold in cornstarch, vinegar, and vanilla extract until everything is well mixed.
3. Spread the egg white mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, creating a circle about 10 inches (25cm) wide with slightly raised edges and a shallow center.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the meringue is a light cream color and feels firm to the touch. If it starts to brown, reduce the temperature to 225°F (105°C). Once done, take it out of the oven and let it cool completely.
5. Once cooled, carefully lift the meringue off the parchment paper and place it on a serving platter.
6. In another bowl, whip the cream using an electric mixer until stiff peaks are achieved. Gently fold in the liqueur until evenly blended. Spread the whipped cream on top of the meringue, ensuring the edges remain visible. Top generously with fresh strawberries and slice into wedges for serving.