Meringue

By medic949

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
3 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 tablespoons white sugar

Details

Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (225 degrees C).

Step 2

In a small saucepan combine 2 tablespoons sugar and cornstarch. Mix well then whisk in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thick and clear. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl combine egg whites, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat until soft mounds form. Gradually add 5 tablespoons sugar, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

Continue to beat egg white mixture while slowly pouring in cornstarch syrup. Beat until stiff peaks form.

Step 5

Spread meringue on top of pie, or pipe desired shapes onto parchment-lined baking sheet using a large pastry tip.

Step 6

Bake in preheated oven for 12 minutes or until golden brown.