Foolproof Glossy Meringue
Foolproof Glossy Meringue whips up light and airy with a satiny sheen and a tender, marshmallowy center. A cornstarch slurry stabilizes the foam so it stands tall and resists weeping, making it ideal for crowning a 9-inch pie or finishing tarts. Serve it when you want a dependable, beautiful topping that slices cleanly and holds up on the table.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Foolproof Glossy Meringue, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 22 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 1 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 56 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 68
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 12
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 24
- Performance
- 24
- General Wellness
- 1
Stir cornstarch with cold water in a saucepan until blended. Add boiling water and cook until the mixture is thick and clear. Let it cool completely.
- 2
Beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually beat in the sugar, continuing until the mixture is stiff and glossy. Add the salt and vanilla, then slowly beat in the cold cornstarch mixture. Beat rapidly for several minutes. Spread the meringue over a filled, cooled 9-inch pie.
- 3
Bake the pie at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes, until the meringue tips start to brown.
- Calories 47.85 kcal Low Source 2%
- Protein 1.37 g Low Source 3%
- Carbohydrate 10.69 g 4%
- Total Fat 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.25 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 21.3 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.43 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 9.7 g --
- Added Sugars 0.15 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 0.78 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.01 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 1.27 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.69 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Corn 🌽
About This Recipe
Foolproof Glossy Meringue is made with 6 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cornstarch, Egg Whites, Salt, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 47.85 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Foolproof Glossy Meringue made of?
- The main ingredients are Cornstarch, Egg Whites, Salt, Sugar, Vanilla Extract. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Foolproof Glossy Meringue?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 47.85 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Foolproof Glossy Meringue easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 6 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Foolproof Glossy Meringue healthy?
- Foolproof Glossy Meringue has an easyChef Pro health score of 28/100. Per serving, it provides 47.85 calories and 1.37 g of protein, or 3% of the Daily Value. It contains Eggs and Corn, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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