Description
Delicate and elegant, these Rose Meringues with Pistachios are a delightful treat with a hint of floral aroma and nutty crunch. Perfect for special occasions or as a light sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
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Meringues:
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- a few drops of pink food coloring (optional)
Topping:
- ¼ cup finely chopped shelled pistachios (unsalted)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 225°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whip the egg whites: In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with salt and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Add sugar: Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Flavor and color: Beat in rose water and food coloring if using.
- Shape and bake: Spoon or pipe the meringue onto baking sheets, sprinkle with pistachios, and bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Cool and store: Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside with the door slightly ajar for at least 1 hour. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For best results, avoid making meringues on a humid day.
- Add a dusting of edible rose petals for an elegant touch.
- Use superfine sugar for a smoother texture if available.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
