Meringues with Fresh Strawberries and Chocolate Mascarpone
Meringues were first invented in the Swiss village of Meiringen in the 17th century.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 140 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Meringues with Fresh Strawberries and Chocolate Mascarpone
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
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Gradually add the caster sugar, cornstarch, and vinegar while continuing to whisk until the mixture is glossy and holds its shape.
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Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming individual nests.
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Bake for 90 minutes or until the meringues are crisp and dry. Turn off the oven and let them cool completely in the oven.
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In the meantime, wash and slice the fresh strawberries.
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In a separate bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
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Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
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Once the meringues have cooled, fill each nest with a dollop of mascarpone mixture, top with fresh strawberries, and drizzle with melted dark chocolate.
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Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17g27%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
