Sugar-Free Classic French Meringue
Indulge in the airy sweetness of traditional French meringue with a guilt-free twist in this Sugar-Free Classic French Meringue recipe. Crafted using just four simple ingredients—fluffy egg whites, creamy vanilla extract, tangy cream of tartar, and sugar-free erythritol—this light and crispy treat delivers the elegance of meringue without the sugar. With an easy-to-follow method, you'll whip these glossy, stiff peaks to perfection and bake them to create melt-in-your-mouth, naturally sweet bites that are perfect for dessert platters or guiltless snacking. Ideal for those following low-carb, keto, or sugar-free diets, this recipe ensures all the crispiness and delicate charm of traditional meringues without compromising on flavor. Ready in just over an hour, these easy-to-store meringues make a delightful addition to your collection of sugar-free desserts!
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Ingredients
- 3 large Egg whites
- 0.75 cup Erythritol
- 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and free of any grease to allow the egg whites to whip properly.
Step 3
Separate the egg whites from the yolks, ensuring no trace of yolk remains, and place the egg whites in the clean mixing bowl.
Step 4
Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until they become frothy.
Step 5
Add the cream of tartar to the frothy egg whites and continue to beat on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Step 6
Gradually add the erythritol, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the mixture. This helps maintain the structure of the meringue.
Step 7
Once all the erythritol is incorporated, increase the mixer speed to high and beat until the meringue forms stiff, glossy peaks.
Step 8
Gently fold in the vanilla extract using a rubber spatula, being careful not to deflate the meringue.
Step 9
Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a star tip (or use a spoon) and pipe or spoon mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each mound.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until the meringues are dry and easily lift off the parchment paper.
Step 11
Once baked, turn off the oven and allow the meringues to cool completely inside the oven with the door slightly ajar. This prevents cracks from forming.
Step 12
Store meringues in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them crisp.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (283.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 59.8 |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 164.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 184.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.0g | |
| Protein 10.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 7.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 289.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories