meringue

Meringue is a light, airy dessert or topping made primarily from whipped egg whites and sugar. When egg whites are beaten, they incorporate air, creating a foam that, once stabilized by sugar, forms a firm, sweet, and crisp or soft texture, depending on the preparation. Meringue is often baked at low temperatures to dry out and set the structure, resulting in various forms like crisp cookies, soft pavlovas, or Swiss and Italian meringues. It’s valued for its delicate sweetness and airy consistency, commonly used in desserts such as pies, tarts, or individually as meringue cookies.