Toasted Meringue Almond Clouds |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 120 Minutes |
Ready In: 120 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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June is the time for events like anniversaries, graduations, bridal showers and other celebrations. So it makes sense to include meringues on the menu. They are a mixture of stiffly beaten egg whites and granulated sugar. These elegant meringue clouds also marry well with ice cream, custard, whipped cream or fresh berries. Ingredients:
1 1/4 cups sliced almonds |
1 cup egg white |
1 cup sugar |
1 cup confectioners' sugar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 200°F Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside. Place almonds in a single layer in a dry skillet, and turn heat to medium. Toast, stirring occasionally, until amonds are fragrant (about 2 minutes).
2. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
3. Using a standing mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip egg whites on medium speed to soften peaks about 1-2 minutes.
4. With the mixer running, add granulated sugar in 3 parts, waiting 20 seconds between additions.
5. Using a rubber spatula, fold in confectioners' sugar and salt. Fold in 1 cups toasted almonds.
6. Using slotted, scoop out large oval-shaped mounds of meringue and place on the lined sheet pan. Sprinkle with toasted almonds.
7. Bake for 2 hours. Turn off oven, Leave clouds to dry in oven overnight.
8. Remove clouds from the tray and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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