Chewy meringue
Description
Caramel chewy meringue is a real treat for kids. Serve it for dessert at lunch, dinner, or afternoon snack—it can be stored for about 3–4 days after preparation.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients.
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Step 2
Separate the yolks from the whites; use the yolks in another recipe. Be careful not to let even a drop of yolk get into the whites.
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Step 3
Pour the sugar into a cauldron or saucepan, add water, and melt the mixture until it turns caramel-colored, about 3-5 minutes.
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Step 4
Pour the egg whites into the bowl of a food processor and start beating at the highest speed for about 3-4 minutes.
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Step 5
The egg whites should whip into a high, fluffy foam.
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Step 6
Without stopping, pour the sugar syrup and lemon juice in a thin stream into the protein mixture while whisking.
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Step 7
After that, add the food coloring and beat a little more.
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Step 8
Using a pastry bag, pipe the meringue mixture onto parchment paper previously placed on a baking sheet. Preheat the oven to 80 degrees, place the baking sheet inside, and dry the meringues for about 1.5 hours.
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Step 9
Carefully separate the finished meringue from the paper, place it on a plate, and serve. The top will be crispy, while the inside will have a chewy, caramel-like texture.