Lemon and Praline Meringues Recipe

Name: Lemon and Praline Meringues
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large egg whites; Pinch of salt; 3/4 cup sugar; Vegetable oil, for the baking sheet; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/2 cup whole blanched almonds; Pinch of cream of tartar; 2/3 cup heavy cream; 3 tbsp store-bought lemon curd; 3 oz (85g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Servings: persons

3 large egg whites
Pinch of salt
3/4 cup sugar
Vegetable oil, for the baking sheet
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup whole blanched almonds
Pinch of cream of tartar
2/3 cup heavy cream
3 tbsp store-bought lemon curd
3 oz (85g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped

1
Preheat the oven to 250F (130C).
2
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
To make the meringues, beat the egg whites and salt with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
4
Gradually beat in the sugar until the meringue is stiff and glossy.
5
Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/4 in (6mm) star tip.
6
Pipe the meringue on the baking sheet into six 4in (10cm) rounds.
7
Bake for 1 1/2 hours, or until hard and crisp.
8
Meanwhile, to make the praline, oil another baking sheet.
9
Combine the sugar, almonds, and cream of tartar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
10
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
11
Boil until the syrup is golden.
12
Pour onto the baking sheet.
13
Let stand until cool, and chop the praline.
14
When ready to serve, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
15
Fold in the lemon curd.
16
Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan pan of gently simmering water.
17
Spread each meringue with melted chocolate, and let set.
18
Top with the lemon cream and sprinkle with praline.
19
Serve immediately with a little chocolate.
20
Allow to set, then pile the lemon curd cream on top, sprinkle with praline and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large egg whites, Pinch of salt, 3/4 cup sugar, Vegetable oil, for the baking sheet, and more.

Yes, Lemon and Praline Meringues falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Lemon and Praline Meringues

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