Best Mile High Meringue Topping Recipes

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Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Makes enough for 6 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar. Increase speed and whisk until meringue is glossy and forms stiff peaks. Whisk in vanilla until just combined.

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Yield Makes enough for one 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

With an electric mixer on medium speed, whisk egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add sugar. Increase speed and whisk until meringue is glossy and forms stiff peaks. Whisk in vanilla.
Spoon meringue onto surface of the pie until it reaches the crust, then use an offset spatula to create a swirling pattern.
If desired, use a kitchen torch to toast the meringue, moving flame back and forth until evenly browned. Or brown the meringue under the broiler, but keep an eye on it-a minute or two is all you need.