Dees Quick And Easy Strawberry Meringues4 Ingredients 5 Min Recipes

DEE'S QUICK AND EASY STRAWBERRY MERINGUES.(4 INGREDIENTS, 5 MIN

Steps:

• Wash and top strawberries.
• In a blender mix all of the cream and about half of the strawberries, add a dash of vanilla to the cream if using.
• Spoon into meringue nests and decorate with remaining strawberries.
• NOTE: I ''fan'' the strawberries and lay them on top for decoration,you can also serve with extra cream on the side if you wish.
• You can use different fruits for this dessert,I find berries best.

FRESH STRAWBERRY MERINGUE

Steps:

• Combine egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt with 1/2 teaspoon of the vanilla in a large bowl.
• Beat with an electric mixer until partially stiff.
• Add sugar gradually, beating until stiff.
• Spread meringue about 1 inch thick over a buttered 9 inch pie plate, building up a high fluffy border.
• Bake in a preheated 275 degree oven for 1 hour or until it feels dry and firm.
• Meringue shell will crack while it's baking.
• Let cool in plate.
• Cream 2 cups powdered sugar,butter, and egg yolks until light and fluffy, then beat in lemon juice and peel.
• Spread over meringue shell.
• Wash, drain, and hull strawberries,reserving a few for garnish. Arrange berries over over creamy layer,pressing down lightly.
• Whip cream,remaining powdered sugar,unflavored gelatin, and remaining vanilla until stiff; spread over berries.
• Chill in refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
• Garnish with reserved berries and serve.

FROZEN STRAWBERRY MERINGUE

Steps:

• Separate crushed strawberries in half.
• Set aside 1 cup for the meringue and sweeten the other cup to taste with the honey or powdered sugar.
• Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Beat the egg whites until they hold soft peaks.
• Add the sugar 1 tbsp at a time until the meringue is thick and glossy.
• Add the reserved cup of strawberries and beat just to blend.
• Transfer the meringue to a covered freezer container.
• Freeze for at least 1 hour (can be stored for 1 month in freezer).
• To serve, spoon crushed, sweetened berries into 4 brandy glasses or bowls.
• Top with the meringue.
• Garnish with mint and sliced berries if desired.