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Holiday Wreath Meringues With Berries & Cream

Name: Holiday Wreath Meringues with Berries & Cream
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large egg whites, room temperature; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; Fresh berries for topping (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries); Whipped cream (for serving); Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or a pinch of lemon zest

Ingredients

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4 large egg whites, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Fresh berries for topping (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
Whipped cream (for serving)
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or a pinch of lemon zest

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
Gradually add granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
Add cream of tartar and mix briefly. Fold in vanilla or lemon zest if using.
Transfer meringue to a piping bag and pipe wreath shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours or until dry and easily lifted from the paper.
Allow to cool completely before serving with whipped cream and fresh berries.

Notes

Store cooled meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Assemble just before serving to maintain crispness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 120 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 wreath
Calories: 100
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg