French meringue
Nutrition per serving
French meringue: egg whites whipped and dried in the oven, crisp outside and tender inside. Two ingredients, no fat, and a great classic for using up egg whites.
Preparation: 15 min | Cooking: 90 min | Servings: 6 | Difficulty: Medium
Calculated per portion from the Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 108 kcal · 2 g protein · 25 g carbohydrate · 0 g fat
Ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- 150 g sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
Method
- Whisk the egg whites to stiff peaks with a pinch of salt.
- Add the sugar gradually while whisking until the meringue is glossy and firm.
- Pipe or spoon small mounds onto a baking tray.
- Dry for 1 h 30 min at 90 °C, then leave to cool in the oven.
Nutritional benefits
Meringue contains no fat: it is egg whites (pure protein) and sugar. It is still high in calories because of the sugar, so enjoy it in moderation, but it is the ideal way to use up egg whites without waste. Gluten-free.
Variations and substitutions
- Coloured meringues.
- With coconut.
- As a pavlova (fresh fruit topping).
- With cocoa.
Storage and making ahead
Keeps for 2 weeks in an airtight tin, away from moisture.
💡 Good to know
The sugar must be completely dissolved (the meringue no longer feels gritty between your fingers) before piping: this is the key to a smooth meringue that does not weep during cooking.
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The foods in this recipe: egg whites · sugar · salt.
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