Almond Meringues

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Almond Meringues
45 min.
8
101kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Almond Meringues, a treat that perfectly balances elegance and simplicity. These light and airy confections are not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free indulgence, as they are vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a stunning dessert that will impress your family and friends.

Imagine the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds paired with the sweet, melt-in-your-mouth texture of meringue. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Whether served as a side dish at a festive gathering or enjoyed as a sweet snack with your afternoon tea, these meringues are versatile enough to fit any occasion.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields eight servings, making it perfect for sharing. With only 101 calories per serving, you can enjoy these delightful treats without the guilt. The process of whipping egg whites to soft and stiff peaks is not only therapeutic but also a fun way to engage with the art of baking.

So, gather your ingredients and equipment, and let’s embark on a culinary adventure that will elevate your dessert game. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup almonds cooled crushed lightly toasted sliced
  • large egg whites 
  • 0.8 cup superfine granulated sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 225°F.
  2. Beat whites with a pinch of salt in a bowl with an electric mixer at high speed until they hold soft peaks.
  3. Add 1/2 cup superfine sugar a little at a time, beating, then continue to beat at high speed until whites hold stiff, glossy peaks, 1 to 3 minutes. Fold in remaining 1/4 cup sugar gently but thoroughly.
  4. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Put a small dab of meringue on all 4 corners of each sheet, then turn paper over, pressing on corners to adhere parchment to baking sheets.
  5. Spoon meringue into pastry bag. You will be making 4 lattice cookies on each sheet, so work in 1 quadrant for each: Pipe 4 (4-inch-long) diagonal lines, about 5/8 inch apart, then pipe 4 (4-inch-long) parallel lines diagonally across original 4 lines, 5/8 inch apart, to form a lattice. Make 3 more lattice meringues on same baking sheet, about 1 inch apart.
  6. Sprinkle half of almonds over meringues. Pipe 4 more lattice meringues on second baking sheet in same manner, then sprinkle with remaining almonds.
  7. Bake meringues in upper and lower thirds of oven, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, until crisp and pale golden, about 1 hour total.
  8. Cool meringues completely on sheets on racks, about 1 hour, then carefully peel from parchment.
  9. • Meringues can be made 3 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories101kcal
Protein8.24%
Fat17.1%
Carbs74.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.01
Glycemic Load
13.12
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.6091304265934%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.09mg
Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:100.82kcal
5.04%
Fat:1.99g
3.07%
Saturated Fat:0.15g
0.91%
Carbohydrates:19.59g
6.53%
Net Carbohydrates:19.11g
6.95%
Sugar:18.97g
21.07%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:20.77mg
0.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.16g
4.32%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.54%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.98%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.49%
Selenium:2.74µg
3.92%
Magnesium:11.71mg
2.93%
Copper:0.04mg
2.18%
Phosphorus:20.29mg
2.03%
Fiber:0.48g
1.92%
Potassium:48.64mg
1.39%
Calcium:11.37mg
1.14%
Source:Epicurious