Rhubarb Meringue Dessert

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Rhubarb Meringue Dessert
115 min.
9
311kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Rhubarb Meringue Dessert, a perfect treat for those who appreciate a sweet yet tangy dessert that is also dairy-free! This scrumptious dessert features a buttery crust that serves as the ideal base for a luscious rhubarb filling, topped with a cloud-like meringue that adds a touch of elegance to every bite.

Rhubarb, often celebrated for its tartness, shines in this recipe, balancing beautifully with the sweetness of sugar and the richness of egg yolks. The addition of flaked coconut gives a delightful texture and a hint of tropical flavor, making this dessert a unique twist on traditional rhubarb recipes. With a preparation time of just 115 minutes, you can easily whip up this dessert for gatherings, family dinners, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Each serving contains approximately 311 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Rhubarb Meringue Dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that not only looks stunning but also tastes divine!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon sugar 
  •  eggs separated
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 2.5 cups rhubarb 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.3 cup coconut flakes flaked
  • 0.5 cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Mix butter, 1 cup flour and 1 tablespoon sugar. Press evenly in ungreased square pan, 9x9x2 inches.
  3. Bake 10 minutes.
  4. Mix egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, the salt and half-and-half in large bowl. Stir in rhubarb.
  5. Pour over hot crust.
  6. Bake 45 minutes.
  7. Beat egg whites in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until foamy. Beat in 1/3 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time; continue beating until stiff and glossy (do not underbeat). Beat in vanilla.
  8. Spread over rhubarb mixture; sprinkle with coconut.
  9. Bake about 10 minutes or until light brown; cool about 30 minutes.
  10. Cut into about 3-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein5.09%
Fat38.02%
Carbs56.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.47
Glycemic Load
30.32
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.8921739640443%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.74mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:311.46kcal
15.57%
Fat:13.39g
20.6%
Saturated Fat:3.96g
24.74%
Carbohydrates:45.08g
15.03%
Net Carbohydrates:43.67g
15.88%
Sugar:31.6g
35.11%
Cholesterol:54.56mg
18.19%
Sodium:207.24mg
9.01%
Alcohol:0.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.18%
100%
Protein:4.04g
8.07%
Selenium:10.77µg
15.39%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.19%
Vitamin A:564.87IU
11.3%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.85%
Vitamin K:10.03µg
9.55%
Folate:38.07µg
9.52%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.17%
Iron:1.15mg
6.38%
Phosphorus:58.38mg
5.84%
Fiber:1.41g
5.66%
Vitamin B3:1.05mg
5.25%
Calcium:44.49mg
4.45%
Potassium:153.89mg
4.4%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.37%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.51%
Vitamin C:2.77mg
3.36%
Copper:0.06mg
3.07%
Magnesium:11.81mg
2.95%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.55%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.41%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.39%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.96%