Strawberry Rhubarb Meringue Bliss

Strawberry Rhubarb Meringue Bliss

A delightful dessert featuring a crumbly crust, a fruity rhubarb and strawberry filling, and a fluffy meringue topping, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 cup cold butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/3 cup additional all-purpose flour
• a pinch salt
• 2 cups rhubarb
• 2 cups strawberries
• 4 large egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly greasing a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a bowl, mix 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared baking pan.
3. Bake the crust for about 20 minutes until it's lightly golden.
4. In another large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of sugar, heavy cream, egg yolks, 1/3 cup of flour, and a dash of salt until combined. Gently fold in chopped rhubarb and sliced strawberries, then pour this fruity filling over the baked crust.
5. Bake again for 50 to 60 minutes, until the filling has set firm.
6. While the filling bakes, whip egg whites with cream of tartar in a clean bowl using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add 3/4 cup of sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks have formed. Mix in vanilla extract.
7. Once the dessert is out of the oven, spread the meringue over the filling, creating peaks and swirls with a spatula.
8. Return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes, or until the meringue has a light golden hue. Let the dessert cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator before serving.