Description
This delightful dessert features layers of crisp meringue, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, creating a light and refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3–4 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and trace three 8-inch circles. You can also use silicone moulds here.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until glossy and stiff peaks form (about 7–8 minutes).
- Gently fold in cornstarch and beat to incorporate.
- Spoon or pipe the meringue into the prepared circles. The thickness of the meringue layers will depend on how big your pipe tips or pipe bag cuts are.
- Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes, or until dry to the touch. Once you see the meringue beginning to crack, turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside the oven with the door slightly open for at least an hour.
- Tip: The key is slow baking — you want crisp shells and soft, marshmallowy centers. Temperature varies from oven to oven the other if you’re not sure about yours, always opt for a lower temperature.
- In a large chilled bowl, whip the cream, sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Place one meringue layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream and scatter with strawberries.
- Repeat with remaining layers, finishing with cream and a pretty pile of strawberries and blueberries on top.
- Chill for 1–2 hours before serving to let the layers soften slightly but stay crisp on the edges.
- Arrange some mint leaves on top just before serving.
Notes
- This dessert is best enjoyed fresh but can be prepared in advance and assembled just before serving.
- For a quicker option, you can substitute the whipped cream with store-bought Cool Whip.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg