Description
This peaches and meringue dessert is a light, elegant treat combining juicy fresh peaches with crisp, airy meringue. Perfect for summer, this easy peaches and meringue recipe delivers a refreshing balance of sweetness and texture for a simple yet sophisticated dessert.
Ingredients
- 3–4 fresh peaches, sliced
- 3 large egg whites
- 150g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 120°C (250°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with salt until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar while beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Mix in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Spoon or pipe meringue into small nests or rounds on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 1–1.5 hours until dry, then turn off oven and let cool completely inside.
- Slice peaches into wedges.
- To serve, place meringues on plates and top with peaches.
- Add whipped cream if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure no egg yolk or grease is present when whipping egg whites.Bake meringues low and slow to keep them crisp and white.Assemble just before serving to maintain texture.
