Meringue shells bring a touch of magic to any gathering
This dessert will take you back to the sweet taste of childhood. Shell-shaped meringues filled with mascarpone, whipped cream, and fruits are perfect for children's parties and adult gatherings. They are delicious, beautiful, and simple to prepare.
Crispy, sweet meringue with classic cream, just like in a Pavlova, makes an irresistible dessert. No special shell-shaped molds are needed, just a regular piping bag and a muffin tin. A clever trick allows you to create sweet shells without any trouble.
Ariel's shell meringues
This dessert immediately transports you to the underwater world of the little mermaid. It looks beautiful on the table and even better on the plate. The simple combination of meringue with cream and fruit will appeal to everyone, from the little ones to the big sweet tooths.
Ingredients:
Meringue:
- 6 egg whites
- 10.5 oz (300 grams) sugar
- 1 tablespoon potato starch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cream:
- 3/4 cup (6.8 oz or 200 ml) heavy cream (30%)
- 8.8 oz (250 grams) mascarpone
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
Fruits:
- raspberries
- blackberries
- mint leaves
Preparation:
Step 1. Place the egg whites in a large bowl and beat until stiff, gradually adding the sugar. The mixture should be glossy and thick, with the sugar fully dissolved. This ensures the meringue is perfectly crispy.
Step 2. Turn the muffin tin upside down. Transfer the beaten egg whites to a piping bag and pipe shell shapes onto the muffin molds. Bake in an oven preheated to 195°F (90°C) for 90 minutes.
Step 3. Whip the chilled cream. Add the mascarpone and powdered sugar, and mix well. Transfer to a piping bag and pipe onto half of the baked and cooled meringues.
Step 4. Add fruits and sugar pearls, and cover with a dry meringue. Enjoy your delicious Ariel-style dessert!
