Meringa: The Italian Treat Melts In Your Mouth

This is one such sweet dish which is loved by all kinds of people. It looks light and beautiful like a white cloud. It melts in the mouth when eaten. Meringues dessert is made with egg white and powdered sugar. They are used to make pastries, decorate ice creams, cakes, cookies or melt in your mouth. The term meringue comes from Meiringen, where it was created by a confectioner.

CONTENT OF RECIPE

Ingredients/ingredienti	¼ Cup Of Egg Whites ½ Cup Of Water 2 ¾ Cups Of Sugar
Cooking Time/ Tempo di Cottura	4 hours
Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di Cottura	160oF~70o C
Utensils/Utensili	Baking Sheet Piping Bag(Star Tip) Stand Mixer Saucepan Airtight Container
Cooking Method/Metodo di Cottura	Oven

METHOD

Step 1: To prepare the Italian meringue, first put about 400 grams (2 cups) of sugar and 120 ml of water (½ cup) in a saucepan.

Step 2: Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves. Then heat it up to 250°F.

Step 3: Simultaneously, pour approximately 1 ¼ cup of egg whites into a stand mixer , add the rest of ¾ cup of sugar and beat thoroughly.

Step 4: When the syrup reaches the right temperature, slowly add it to the egg whites and beat them.

Step 5: Beat until the mixture becomes cool and fluffy.

Step 6: Spread the meringue on a tray, cover with plastic wrap, and reserve for later use.

Step 7: The Italian meringue is now ready.

Step 8: To make the mini meringues, pour the meringue into a piping bag. Now select the desired shape you want.

Step 9: Bake them in an oven at 160°F (70°C) for about 4 hours. Keep the oven door slightly open.

Step 10: After baking, let the meringue cool for at least a few hours. Now it’s prepared and ready to serve.

SUGGESTIONS AND VARIATIONS

Egg Whites:

Make sure that the white of the egg should be very clear. There should be no part of yolk in it, otherwise the egg white will not be whipped properly.

Baked Meringue:

Cooked warm sugar syrup preserves the egg whites, so it’s safe to use immediately after making the Italian meringue.

Storage:

Italian meringue can be kept in the refrigerator for up to a day. You can also store baked meringues in an airtight container for up to one week. It will remain crisp and delicious. These would be perfect for a sweet treat anytime!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long will Italian meringue last?

Italian meringue can be refrigerated for up to two days.

Is Italian meringue safe to eat?

It is safe to eat without additional baking.

What makes Italian meringue different?

Italian meringue is the firmest type of meringue. It is stable because the melted sugar cooks the egg whites, resulting in a fluffy, glossy finish.

How does meringue work?

Meringues are baked for a long time at a low oven temperature. This is because the water vapor has completely evaporated from the egg white.

Does meringue get hard?

Hard meringue is not actually baked. It is dried in an oven at 225°F for 1 to 1.5 hours. After turning off the oven,let it sit inside to dry without getting any color.