Swiss Meringue Shells

Name: Swiss Meringue Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 3 large egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 3/4 cup sugar; Whipped cream, optional; Berries of your choice; Confectioners' sugar, optional

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. + standing Bake: 1 hour + cooling

Makes

8 servings

Folks will know you fussed when you bring out these sweet, cloud-like cups topped with fresh berries (or a tart fruit filling if you like). Crispy outside and chewy inside, this Swiss meringue recipe from the American Egg Board makes an elegant ending to a company dinner.

Swiss Meringue Shells Recipe photo by Taste of Home

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Ingredients

3 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar
Whipped cream, optional
Berries of your choice
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Directions

Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add vanilla and cream of tartar; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved.
Drop 8 mounds onto parchment-lined baking sheet. Shape into 3-in. cups with the back of a spoon. Bake at 225° until set and dry, 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1 hour.
Cool on wire racks. Store in an airtight container. If desired, fill shells with whipped cream. Top with berries. Top with confectioners' sugar as desired.