What you'll learn
Meringue Fundamentals (Paragraph + List):
You’ll understand how to whip egg whites to the correct stiffness and fold in sugar without deflating the mixture.
Recognize stages of beaten egg whites (soft peaks → stiff peaks).
Techniques for incorporating sugar gradually.
Identifying when the meringue mixture is ready for baking.
**Shaping & Baking Techniques (Table):
Step Key Tip
Piping vs. Spreading Use a piping bag for defined edges; spread with a spatula for a rustic look.
Forming a Well Create a shallow indentation in the center to hold cream and fruit.
Oven Temperature Start at 120 °C (250 °F) for 15 min, then reduce to 90 °C (200 °F) to dry.
This table highlights how small adjustments in technique and temperature impact the final texture.
Cream & Fruit Assembly (Paragraph):
Learn to prepare stabilized whipped cream so it holds shape, and choose complementary fruits (e.g., kiwi, berries, passion fruit) to balance sweetness and acidity.