Airy meringue, soft center, topped with whipped cream and vibrant fresh berries for a festive dessert.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meringue
01 - 4 large egg whites, room temperature
02 - 1 cup superfine sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch
04 - 1 teaspoon white vinegar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Whipped Cream
06 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
07 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Topping
09 - 2 cups assorted fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
10 - Fresh mint leaves, optional for garnish
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 275°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and mark an 8-inch circle as a reference. Flip the paper to ensure marking does not transfer onto meringue.
02 - In a large, grease-free bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks are achieved.
03 - Gradually add superfine sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating at high speed until the mixture is glossy and forms stiff peaks.
04 - Gently fold in cornstarch, white vinegar, and vanilla extract using a spatula until evenly incorporated.
05 - Spoon the meringue onto the prepared parchment, forming a round with slightly elevated edges to contain the toppings.
06 - Place meringue in the oven and bake for 1 hour 15 minutes. Turn off oven and allow meringue to cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar.
07 - In a clean bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
08 - Carefully transfer cooled meringue onto a serving platter. Spread whipped cream over the center and arrange fresh berries generously on top. Garnish with mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
