Description
Delightfully crisp on the outside and soft inside, these Brown Sugar Meringues are a sweet and airy treat perfect for snacking or dessert. Made with just egg whites and soft brown sugar, these meringues offer a rich caramelized flavor thanks to the brown sugar, baked low and slow to achieve the ideal texture. Enjoy them as is or get creative by pairing with whipped cream, chocolate, or ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- 6 oz / 170 g / 1 cup soft brown sugar
Instructions
- Separate the egg whites: Carefully separate 3 egg whites from the yolks, ensuring no yolk contaminates the whites as even a small amount can prevent proper whisking.
- Whisk egg whites and add sugar: Whisk the egg whites until they become foamy, then continue whisking while gradually adding the brown sugar one tablespoon at a time. Keep whisking until the mixture forms stiff, glossy peaks that hold their shape firmly.
- Pipe or spoon onto baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then either pipe or spoon the meringue mixture onto the sheet in small mounds or desired shapes.
- Bake low and slow: Bake the meringues at a low temperature of 250°F (120°C) for about 1 hour. After baking, if possible, turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to cool gradually. This slow cooling helps prevent cracks in the delicate meringues.
- Serve and enjoy: Enjoy the meringues as they are for a simple sweet snack, or sandwich them with whipped cream, dip in melted chocolate, or serve alongside ice cream for a more decadent dessert.
Notes
- Make sure no yolk is present in the egg whites to ensure maximum volume and proper whisking.
- Adding sugar gradually helps dissolve it fully and achieve a smooth meringue.
- Low oven temperature and slow cooling prevent cracking for perfect texture.
- These meringues can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week in a cool, dry place.
- For crispier meringues, bake longer at a slightly lower temperature while monitoring closely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: brown sugar meringues, meringue recipe, egg white dessert, caramel meringues, crispy meringue, baked meringue treats
