Low Sodium Classic French Meringue
Elevate your dessert repertoire with this Low Sodium Classic French Meringue recipe—a light and airy treat that's both elegant and easy to make! Perfect for those mindful of their sodium intake, this recipe swaps salt for cream of tartar to achieve beautifully stable peaks without compromising on flavor. With just four simple ingredients—egg whites, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cream of tartar—you'll create glossy, delicate meringues that are ideal for serving as bite-sized kisses, nests, or decorative toppings. Requiring under 20 minutes of prep and slow baking for that crisp yet tender texture, these melt-in-your-mouth delights are perfect for parties, afternoon tea, or as a guilt-free snack. Whether you're new to baking or a seasoned pro, this low sodium meringue recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Egg Whites
- 200 grams Granulated Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Cream of Tartar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, begin to whisk the egg whites on medium speed using an electric mixer until they become frothy.
Add the cream of tartar to the frothy egg whites. This will help stabilize the mixture.
Gradually add the granulated sugar, a tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites on medium-high speed. This process should take about 10 minutes to ensure the sugar is fully dissolved and the meringue is glossy with stiff peaks.
Once the sugar is fully incorporated, add the vanilla extract and beat for another 30 seconds.
Using a large spoon or a piping bag fitted with a round or star tip, form meringue kisses or nests onto the prepared baking sheets, keeping them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 1.5 hours or until the meringues are dry and can be easily lifted off the parchment paper.
Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool in the oven for at least an hour or until completely cool, which helps prevent cracking.
Once completely cooled, store meringues in an airtight container to keep them crisp.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 220 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.6 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 201.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 472 mg | 10% | |
*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.
