Description
An easy summer dessert featuring a simple meringue and the season’s freshest flavors.
Ingredients
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- 4 egg whites at room temperature
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups strawberries, chopped
- 2 cups sweet cherries, halved
- 1 tablespoon honey
- zest of 1 lemon
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- pinch of salt
- toppings for garnish: mint, toasted almonds, whipped cream, etc.
Instructions
For the meringue:
- Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 200 F.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the egg whites and beat on medium-high until soft peaks begin to form.
- Add the sugar in about a tablespoon at a time until all the sugar has been incorporated. Add the salt.
- Turn the mixer to high and beat egg whites for about 4 minutes, until the egg whites have become glossy and thick in texture.
- Using an offset spatula, spread a thin layer of meringue onto the parchment paper. You can also pile up any leftover meringue in any shape you prefer.
- Bake in the oven for about 2-3 hours until the meringue is dry to the touch. Turn off the heat and let the meringue cool in the oven, preferably overnight.
- To store, remove meringue from parchment and crush as desired.
For the Fruit Salad:
- Chop fruits and add to a large bowl. Add the honey, lemon juice and zest, and pinch of salt. Let sit for about 10-15 minutes in the fridge until ready to serve.
- To serve, layer fruits into a bowl and top with crushed meringues. Add any other toppings of choice. Enjoy!