Heart-Healthy Classic French Meringue
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this Heart-Healthy Classic French Meringue recipe, a lighter twist on a timeless dessert. Crafted with just five simple ingredients, including fluffy egg whites and powdered monk fruit sweetener, this dessert is naturally low in calories and sugar-free—perfect for those watching their heart health. The recipe focuses on achieving the perfect glossy peaks using cream of tartar and a gentle folding technique, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth meringues that are crisp on the outside and airy within. Infused with a hint of vanilla, these bite-sized delights are ideal for elegant gatherings or everyday snacking. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a longer, hands-off baking process, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Enjoy a classic French favorite that’s both satisfying and heart-smart!
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Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup powdered monk fruit sweetener
- 0.25 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large, clean bowl, combine the egg whites and cream of tartar. Whisk using an electric mixer at medium speed until soft peaks begin to form.
Step 3
Gradually add the powdered monk fruit sweetener to the egg whites, one tablespoon at a time, ensuring it dissolves completely before adding more. Continue beating until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
Step 4
Gently fold in the vanilla extract and salt until just incorporated.
Step 5
Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe small meringue shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each for expansion.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours. Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to dry out completely as the oven cools, about 1 to 2 hours longer.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (373.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 82.6 |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 514.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.5g | |
| Protein 14.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 9.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 347.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories