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Meringues with Citrus Curd Recipe

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Light and airy meringues paired with a zesty gingery citrus curd create a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. Crisp on the outside and delicate on the inside, these meringues are complemented by a tangy, buttery curd infused with fresh ginger and citrus juice, then garnished with fresh berries and mint for a refreshing finish.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Meringues

  • 4 large egg whites
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 1/4 cups white granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon white wine or red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Gingery Citrus Curd

  • 3/4 cup citrus juice (combination of oranges and meyer lemons)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 inch knob ginger (finely grated)

Garnish

  • 1/2 pint berries (combination of blackberries and blueberries)
  • 12 to 14 sprigs of mint
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside to prepare for the meringues.
  2. Make the Meringue Base: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine egg whites, a pinch of kosher salt, and cornstarch. Whisk until the mixture is foamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat. Whip on high speed for 2 to 3 minutes until very stiff peaks form. Add vinegar and vanilla extract, then beat once more until blended.
  3. Shape Meringues: Spoon large dollops of the meringue onto the prepared baking sheets. Using the back of a spoon, create small cavities in each dollop to hold the curd later. This process yields about 12 meringues, but size can vary as desired.
  4. Bake Meringues: Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until the meringues are dry and crisp to the touch. Turn off the oven and allow the meringues to cool to room temperature inside the oven for the best texture.
  5. Reduce Citrus Juice: Pour the citrus juice into a small saucepan over medium heat and simmer until reduced by half to about 1/3 cup, approximately 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. Prepare Curd Mixture: In a stand mixer bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, around 2 minutes. Add egg yolks and beat to combine, then add the whole eggs and continue beating until well incorporated. Stir in salt, then gradually mix in the reduced citrus juice and grated ginger. Note that the mixture will initially look curdled.
  7. Cook Curd Using Double Boiler: Clean the small saucepan and fill it with a couple of inches of water, bringing it to a simmer. Place the bowl with the curd mixture on top, creating a double boiler. Stir constantly while heating the curd gently for about 10 minutes, until thick enough to coat a spoon and the temperature reaches 166°F (74°C). Remove from heat.
  8. Strain and Chill Curd: Pour the curd through a sieve into a chilled bowl multiple times to ensure smoothness. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.
  9. Assemble and Serve: Both the meringues and curd can be prepared the day before serving. Just before serving, spoon the citrus curd into the cavities of each meringue. Garnish with fresh berries, mint sprigs, and a light dusting of powdered sugar for a beautiful presentation and fresh flavor contrast.

Notes

  • The meringues can be baked a day or two in advance and stored in an airtight container.
  • The citrus curd tastes best when chilled but served at room temperature for easier spreading.
  • Using a double boiler prevents the curd from scrambling by gently cooking the eggs.
  • Feel free to vary the citrus juice depending on availability and preference, such as using lemons, oranges, or limes.
  • Make sure the egg whites are free from any yolk to achieve proper stiff peaks.
  • Garnishing with fresh mint adds a refreshing herbal note that complements the citrus flavors beautifully.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/meringues-with-citrus-curd-recipe/