Maple Meringues
Indulge in the airy, melt-in-your-mouth delight of Maple Meringues—a simple yet elegant dessert that’s naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup for a warm, earthy flavor twist. These gluten-free treats are crafted with just five key ingredients, including fluffy egg whites, a touch of vanilla, and a pinch of cream of tartar for perfect stability. Slowly baked to achieve a delicate, crisp texture, these meringues are as light as a cloud and make an impressive addition to any dessert table. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or enjoyed as-is, they’re a refined choice for entertaining or satisfying your sweet tooth guilt-free. Perfect for holiday parties or everyday indulgence, these Maple Meringues promise a sophisticated spin on a classic confection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs Egg whites
- 120 ml Pure maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoons Cream of tartar
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 15 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, add the egg whites. Using a hand or stand mixer, whisk the egg whites on medium speed until they turn frothy.
Add the cream of tartar and salt, then increase the speed to medium-high. Continue whisking until soft peaks form.
Slowly drizzle in the maple syrup, about 1 tablespoon at a time, while whisking. Once all the syrup has been added, increase the speed to high and whisk until stiff, glossy peaks form. This may take 5-7 minutes.
Gently fold in the vanilla extract with a spatula, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip, or simply use a spoon. Pipe or dollop small mounds of meringue (approximately 1.5 inches in diameter) onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each.
Bake the meringues in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until they are dry to the touch and easily lift off the parchment paper.
Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to cool completely, about 1 hour. This step ensures they remain crisp.
Optionally, dust the cooled meringues lightly with powdered sugar for added sweetness and presentation.
Store the meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Serve and enjoy their delicate crunch and maple flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 527 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 599 mg | 13% | |
*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.
