Coconut Meringues
Light, airy, and irresistibly crisp, these Coconut Meringues are a delightful twist on a classic treat! Made with just six simple ingredients, including unsweetened shredded coconut and a hint of vanilla, these bite-sized confections pack a delicious tropical flavor in every crunchy bite. Perfectly sweetened and baked low and slow for that signature melt-in-your-mouth texture, this gluten-free dessert is as elegant as it is easy to make. Whether served as a sweet finale to a dinner party or enjoyed with a cup of afternoon tea, these dainty coconut meringues are sure to impress. Plus, with a bake-and-cool method that guarantees flawless results, they store beautifully in an airtight container for up to a week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large, clean mixing bowl, add the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until they are foamy.
Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the mixture. Increase the speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form. This process should take about 5-7 minutes.
Gently fold in the vanilla extract and shredded coconut using a spatula, making sure to retain as much air in the meringue as possible.
Spoon or pipe the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, forming small dollops approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter and spaced about 1 inch apart.
Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 90 minutes. Do not open the oven during the baking process.
After 90 minutes, turn off the oven and allow the meringues to cool completely inside the oven. This will help them dry out and become crisp.
Once cooled, carefully remove the meringues from the parchment paper and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.3 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.1 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 853 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.1 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 919 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
